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.
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Current Topics
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Is Webelos Badge Required for Arrow of Light (AOL)?
A den leaders asks about Webelos badge and Arrow of Light (AOL). A new scout has joined her den in fifth grade. He was part of another pack in fourth grade but did not earn his Webelos badge. Kathy is now unsure whether this scout needs to finish his Webelos badge before he can work…
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Splash! Scouts BSA Nova Award (Science) Helps and Documents
Splash! is the Scouts BSA Nova Award for investigating water science. To earn this award, Scouts must complete one of their science related merit badges and learn about related topics such as pollution, health, water cycle, and waste treatment. Scouts also learn how water is processed and consumed.
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Scouts BSA Eagle Scout Rank
Eagle Scout is the highest advancement rank in Scouts BSA. Eagle is earned after the rank of Life. ”Once an Eagle, always an Eagle”. A young woman or man who finishes his or her Scouting career at 18 years of age as a Life Scout will say “I WAS a Life Scout.” But a young…
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Mountain Lion Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Documents
For the Mountain Lion adventure, Lions learn about having fun and staying safe outdoors. Mountain Lion is one of the required adventures for the Lion badge.
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Bike Inspection Checklist
Before riding a bike, Scouts should know how to do an inspection of the bicycle and check that it is in working order. The bike inspection checklist below will give you a good starting point. You will need to explain each step to the Scouts so they learn the terminology and why each part is…
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Moose with the Juice Song
The Moose with the Juice song is a timeless classic that transcends generations. Whether you find yourself gathered around a Scout campfire or at a Cub Scout back-to-school program, this catchy tune never fails to bring smiles to faces young and old. Its enduring popularity lies in its simplicity and adaptability.
Recent Comments
The Girl Scouts of America is a feminist organization and will certainly not be letting in boys short of losing…
But you’re not suggesting we combine the Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, are you. No. Only boys should be denied…
I find it offensive and shameful that boys are being denied their own spaces in society. Isn’t it interesting that…
YES!!!!! Please bring back Adventures in Science. Also, Fix It…..that was SUCH a practical one. Too many ‘kids’ these days…
I love skits for campfire programs and other gatherings! They are so much fun and help to keep everyone entertained.
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Outdoor Ethics Awards
Scouts of all ages are guided by the Outdoor Code and the principles of Leave No Trace when they participate in outdoor activities. Members of Scouts BSA, Venturers, and adult Scouters can earn the Outdoor Ethics Awareness award to learn about being responsible citizens while outdoors.
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Wilderness Survival Merit Badge Helps and Documents
Scouts working on the Wilderness Survival merit badge learn to anticipate and avoid the hazards involved in backcountry adventures. They put together a first aid kit and build a natural shelter. They also learn how to treat water, be aware of weather conditions, and light a fire without matches.
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Bear Necessities Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Ideas
Bear Necessities is one of the Bear required adventures. For this adventure, Bears learn some outdoor skills, go camping, do some cooking, and learn a little about the weather.
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Trail Food
When you are on the trail, you don’t have a way to keep food cool and you want something which will provide energy, will travel well, and is lightweight. Trail mix is a popular trail food and there are many possible combinations. Or with a small trail stove, you can heat something up with water.
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Cooperation Pack Meeting Ideas
Cub Scouts enjoy working together. According to the program helps cooperation is: “Being helpful and working together with others toward a common goal. Cooperation is a key element in teamwork. Cub Scouts will gain a better understanding of the importance of supporting each other as they play games and learn new skills.”
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Ranger Wilderness Survival Core Requirement Helps and Documents
To complete the Ranger Wilderness Survival core requirement, Venturers must learn and practice outdoor survival skills.
Helping someone or teach them a game would be more of a good turn, or helping others at all times.…