Author: Scouter Mom
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Arrow of Light Duty to God Adventure
The Arrow of Light Duty to God Adventure helps AOL Scouts explore their faith and its connection to the Scout Law. Scouts talk about their beliefs, meet community helpers from faith organizations, and discuss how they live their faith every day. This adventure teaches respect, understanding, and how to put faith into action, making it…
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Scuba Diving Merit Badge
The Scuba Diving merit badge teaches Scouts how to safely explore underwater. You’ll learn to use scuba equipment, practice diving techniques, and earn an Open Water Diver Certification. The badge also covers first aid, safety rules, and protecting marine ecosystems. Scouts study aquatic habitats, like coral reefs and kelp forests, to understand how to dive…
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Scout Unit Fundraising
Fundraising helps Scout units pay for campouts, gear, and fun activities while keeping costs low for families. In this guide, we share simple tips to choose the right fundraiser, follow the rules, and get everyone involved. Learn how to keep it safe, handle the money the right way, and make fundraising a positive experience for…
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Fake Wounds for First Aid Demonstrations
Fake wounds are a great tool for first aid training. This technique, known as moulage, makes practice more realistic and fun, keeping Scouts engaged. Simple materials like petroleum jelly and toilet paper work well, but advanced techniques using liquid latex or makeup can add even more realism. Different scenarios, like burns or cuts, help Scouts…
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Scouts BSA Parent’s Guide
New to Scouts BSA? This parent guide explains everything you need to know to help your child have a great experience in the program. Learn how Scouts BSA is different from Cub Scouts, what the patrol method is, and how youth take the lead. Find out how parents can help without taking over. This article…
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Cooking Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA
The Cooking troop program feature teaches Scouts essential life skills. Scouts learn to plan meals, cook safely, and use different methods like camp stoves and Dutch ovens. They also focus on food safety, preventing injuries, and following the USDA MyPlate nutrition guidelines to create balanced meals. This program is for all experience levels. New Scouts…
