High-Adventure Week 2018-2019 preview: Florida National High Adventure Sea Base October 24, 2017 0 Even after Hurricane Irma dealt a punishing blow to the Florida Keys in September, the Florida Sea Base is open for business.
Camp Hacks How to make kitchen patrol, or KP, a little less onerous October 24, 2017 7 It’s every Scout’s least favorite task on the duty roster, but cleaning dishes does not have to turn into a necessary evil.
High-Adventure Week 2018-2019 preview: Paul R. Christen High Adventure Base at Summit Bechtel Reserve October 23, 2017 2 Skateboarding, rock climbing and “bikepacking.” At the Paul R. Christen High Adventure Base at the Summit, Scouts choose their own adventure.
Inspirational Stories What would you do if you found $4,000? For this Life Scout, the answer was obvious October 20, 2017 8 The money — totaling $4,000 in hundred-dollar bills — was just sitting there in the open where anybody could’ve picked it up.
Fundraising How to spend less time fundraising and more time Scouting October 19, 2017 12 Nobody likes fundraising. But with the right online tools, you can make your next fundraising effort painless, efficient and — dare I say it? — fun.
Philmont Scout Ranch Wood Badge Centennial Update pilot courses announced October 19, 2017 45 Registration is live for a pair of 2018 national Wood Badge Pilot Courses that precede a 2019 update to the BSA’s premier leadership training program.
Youth Protection What to do when you spot bullying — and your next steps if it becomes more serious October 18, 2017 9 Here are some of the tips that can help Scout leaders, parents and “upstanders” respond quickly and effectively to bullying.
Eagle Scout Trading in a coffee-stained uniform for an OA Vigil Honor sash October 17, 2017 12 The Chicago native, who celebrated his 96th birthday last week, is one of the oldest Scouters in the nation to have ever received the OA Vigil Honor.
Summit Bechtel Reserve As its 20th birthday approaches, Venturing calls for 20 great stories October 16, 2017 4 Venturing turns 20 in 2018, and to celebrate, the BSA’s program for older youth is asking for Venturing stories and photos from current and past members.
Commentary What goes on at a weekly troop meeting? Here’s the parent’s-eye view October 12, 2017 12 So you’ve got your kiddo in a uniform and found a local troop. Here’s a sneak peek of one troop’s weekly meeting, from one parent to another.