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Are you facing a challenging question related to Scouting that seems to have no clear answer? Don’t worry; I’m here to assist! Contact me with your queries, no matter how big or small, and I’ll make sure to share them with the broader Scouting community. This way, you can tap into the collective wisdom and experience of fellow scouts and leaders.

Whether it’s about camping tips, merit badge requirements, event planning, or leadership advice, the Scouting community is a rich resource. By sharing your question, not only will you get the answers you need, but you’ll also help others who might have the same question. Let’s work together to find solutions and enhance our Scouting journey. Remember, every question is an opportunity to learn and grow in our Scouting adventure!

Do you have a fantastic Scouting idea or innovative approach that you’re excited about? Whether it’s a unique camping hack, a creative fundraising strategy, a fun game for your troop, or an effective way to teach a merit badge, I’d love to hear from you! Contact me, providing as many details as you can. If your idea aligns well with the principles and practices of Scouting and seems like it would benefit other scouts and leaders, I will gladly share it with the wider Scouting community.

By contributing your ideas, you’re not just helping your troop, but potentially inspiring and aiding Scouts and leaders across various programs. Let’s collaborate to make Scouting even more engaging and enriching for everyone involved. Remember, every idea, big or small, can make a significant difference!

You are also invited to join the Scout Moms, Dads, and Leaders Facebook group to ask questions and share ideas.

Current Topics for Scouts and Scouters

Webelos Let’s Camp Adventure for 2024

The Webelos Let’s Camp adventure is a key activity for Cub Scouts in the Webelos program. It helps Scouts learn important skills and gain a love for the outdoors. During this adventure, Webelos plan and go on a campout with their den, pack, or family. This experience teaches them how to work as a team and builds their confidence in handling outdoor activities.
Bear Champions for Nature Adventure for 2024

The Bear Champions for Nature adventure is a part of the Bear Cub Scouts program. This adventure helps third grade scouts learn about the environment around them. They explore different parts of nature and how to take care of it. The goal is to teach them about the importance of nature and how we interact with it every day.
Tiger Let’s Camp Adventure for 2024

The Tiger Let’s Camp adventure is an exciting part of the Tiger Cub Scouts program. It introduces young Scouts and their families to the joys of camping and the outdoors. By participating in this adventure, Tiger Cub Scouts begin to understand and appreciate the natural world. They learn important outdoor skills and safety practices that will serve them throughout their lives.
Plants and Wildlife Elective

To earn the Plants and Wildlife elective for the Venturing Ranger award, Venturers must learn about the balance of nature, study specific species, learn about conservation, and teach others about the subject.
Lion Go Fish Adventure for 2024

The Go Fish adventure is a fun and educational activity for Lion Cub Scouts. It is part of the outdoor focus area. In this adventure, Lions learn about fish, their habitats, and how to fish safely. This helps young Scouts develop respect for nature and understand the importance of conservation.
Arrow of Light Engineer Adventure for 2024

The Engineer adventure for Arrow of Light Cub Scouts is a fun and educational experience. It introduces Scouts to the world of engineering. This adventure helps Scouts understand how different types of engineers use science to design and build things. By exploring fields like civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering, Scouts learn how these professionals solve problems and create products that help people.
Webelos Chef’s Knife Adventure for 2024

In the Chef’s Knife adventure, Webelos learn valuable skills that go beyond simple cooking. Handling a kitchen knife safely is a crucial skill for everyone, not just Scouts. This adventure teaches Webelos the proper ways to use, care for, and handle different types of knives. These are important skills for daily life and outdoor activities.
Tiger Badge for Cub Scouts (2024 Preview)

The Tiger badge program is a fun way for first graders to learn about scouting. It’s made for kids who are 7 years old and helps them try lots of different activities. They learn about nature, how to be healthy, how to work with others, and how to be safe.
Duty to God Troop Program Feature

The Duty to God Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA focuses on exploring and strengthening personal spiritual beliefs. This program provides Scouts with a framework to understand the role that faith plays in Scouting principles. By participating in discussions and activities, Scouts are encouraged to deepen their respect for the religious beliefs of others. Through this program, Scouts develop a sense of spirituality and learn to appreciate the diversity of religious beliefs within their community. It helps them develop a strong moral compass and a sense of duty to their faith and to others.
Scouts BSA Merit Badges

You can learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers as you earn merit badges. There are more than 135 merit badges. Any Scout may earn any merit badge at any time. You don’t need to have had rank advancement to be eligible.