Swapping Boy Scout Patches - Boy Scouts
Camp patches. Council strips. OA flap patches. Summer camp patches. These are the objects of interest and excitement that used to be the center of attention at campfires, summer camps, camp-o-rees and jamborees. Scouts from all parts of the ... [... more]
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A Mom's Look at Scouting - Boy Scouts
A young Scout sets goals starting at a young age in Cub Scouts until he reaches the rank of Eagle Scout. Most of the time, right along side him and his Scout master, are his parents. The parents can help motivate and inspire the Scout in setting ... [... more]
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Alternate Requirements for Special Needs Scouts - Boy Scouts
In an earlier article, Thou Shalt not Change Requirements, we discussed that no individual, troop, district or council had the right to change any advancement requirements. All the requirements from Tenderfoot to Eagle are absolute. But what ... [... more]
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New Year- new goals - Boy Scouts
Ahhh!! It's January, the beginning of a new year. Time for those New Year's resolutions that we all make each year. Loose weight. Study harder and get better grades. Take a trip to ... Each January we make resolutions for goals we want to ... [... more]
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Scouting Should Be Fun!! - Boy Scouts
While we discuss topics from cold weather survival to merit badge counselors and first aid tips, it is important to remember the primary rule for our young men- SCOUTING SHOULD BE FUN! As adult leaders we want to teach them survival skills, how ... [... more]
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Boy Scout Training- Training Leaders - Boy Scouts
As stated in the opening paragraph of the Leadership Committee training Guide, the goal of the BSA training program is to provide adult leaders with an understanding of the goals and aims of Scouting along with specific training in the role each ... [... more]
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Boy Scouts- Giving and Receiving - Boy Scouts
It's hard to believe that slightly more than a year ago I was cruising the Web and found a site that was looking for a Boy Scout editor. I had never heard of BellaOnLine and never thought that I would be a part of the Voice of Women on the Web. ... [... more]
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...to keep myself physically strong- safely - Boy Scouts
Physical strength, endurance and conditioning are an essential ingredient in many Scouting activities. From preparing for the swim test at summer camp to taking the life saving merit badge test. From the running and activities test for Tenderfoot ... [... more]
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Scout Sunday...Duty to God - Boy Scouts
February 4th was last Sunday in the US and an opportunity for us to reflect on the meaning of God to Scouting. The belief in a higher being is an integral part of Scouting. In the Scout Oath we promise to ...do our duty to God... The twelfth ... [... more]
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Color Guard- Another Chance to Serve and Learn - Boy Scouts
Dr. Spencer, the guest author for this article, is one of the most creative people I have worked with when it comes to finding ways to get boys involved in Scouting. He always thinks "outside the box." See if the idea of a district color guard . [... more]
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Flag Day and Flag Etiquette - Boy Scouts
In my district Flag Day means Cub Scout Day Camp. Each year several hundred Cubs attend day camp which features first aid training; sports; outdoor activities; and a session on flag etiquette. One year they even did a flag retirement ceremony. ... [... more]
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Pope Recognizes Scouting's 100th Birthday - Boy Scouts
The article below appeared in Zenit and is printed below. Zenit is a group that publishes information about the activities and proclamations of the Pope. As this significant birthday for Scouting gets closer for us in the US, I would encourage ... [... more]
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