Welcome Scouts and Scouters! Here you can find resources for Cub Scouts, Scouts BSA (formerly Boy Scouts), and Venturers. I also have ideas for games, crafts, recipes, ceremonies, songs, skits, themes and more.
Biker Gang Skit
I can’t say there is any lesson to be learned from this biker gang skit other than don’t forget to bring your tent. And no, this is not my impression…
Capture the Flag
Capture the Flag is a great game for a large group. Our Scouts BSA Troop plays it often as an interpatrol activity during meetings. Cub Scouts can play it also.…
Jack Rabbit Posing Game
Our Crew president led this jack rabbit posing game at our last meeting. It is a fun game for teenagers, but would work for other age groups also. The idea…
Secret Codes: 3 Fun Codes to Try
Having a secret code can be fun. There are several simple methods of coding communication so that only those who know the “secret” know what is being said.
What Is the Order of the Arrow?
Some of you may have Scouts BSA or Venturers in your families who are in the process of becoming members of the Order of the Arrow. Just when you thought…
Great Ideas for a New Leader Orientation
A reader asks about a Cub Scout new leader orientation. ” I am putting together a Leader Orientation for next year and was wondering what you would include, especially with…
Visiting a Fire Station or Police Station
Visiting a fire station or police station with Cub Scouts is always a lot of fun. I haven’t met a first grader yet who doesn’t want to see a fire…
The Fast Food Song
The Fast Food Song is fun for Scouts. It is an action song and would fit in well with a nutrition themed meeting.
Webelos/AOL Looking Back Looking Forward Adventure Helps and Documents
Looking Back Looking Forward is one of the Webelos/Arrow of Light elective adventures. For the Looking Back, Looking Forward adventure, Webelos learn about the past and create a time capsule.
Fish and Wildlife Management Merit Badge Helps and Documents
Scouts working on the requirements for the Fish and Wildlife Management merit badge learn about the populations of fish, birds, mammals, and other wildlife. They study the habitats of wildlife…
Tell It Like It Isn’t Game (Telephone)
Tell It Like It Isn’t is the game most of us know as Telephone. Yes, it really is that simple.
Chicken on a Hut Game
This game makes a fun break in a meeting. It is a favorite with our Venturing Crew. Because of the physical contact with the partners, when playing this game with…
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