Author: Scouter Mom
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Cub Scout Space Derby
A Space Derby brings simple fun to any Cub Scout pack. Scouts build small rockets and race them along a line. They learn to test ideas, make small fixes, and cheer for their friends. The classic kits are gone, but packs can still run the event with easy materials like paper tubes or plastic bottles.…
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Sleeping Pirate Game
Sleeping Pirate is a simple and fun choice for any Scout meeting. Scouts try to sneak toward a blindfolded pirate and grab the treasure without making a sound. If the pirate hears them, they must start again. The rules are short, the setup is easy, and the rounds move quickly. This makes the game useful…
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Competitive Gaming Merit Badge
The Competitive Gaming merit badge explores video games, esports, online safety, health, technology, teamwork, and careers. Scouts create a gaming history timeline and compare game genres. They study esports and positive online behavior. Scouts also track gaming time, exercise, and sleep, then create a balanced schedule. Hands-on activities include playing games with others, comparing platforms,…
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Wildland Fire Management Merit Badge
The Wildland Fire Management merit badge introduces Scouts to wildfire behavior, prevention, safety, and suppression. Scouts explore how weather, terrain, and fuel affect fire. They also study prescribed fire and how it can help forests, wildlife, and other natural areas. The badge covers firefighter safety, hand tools, aircraft, firelines, and the Incident Command System. Scouts…
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Duct Tape Wallet Project
Looking for a hands-on activity that Scouts can enjoy and take home? Try making a duct tape wallet! This project is easy to lead, uses simple supplies, and helps Scouts build skills like measuring, cutting, and folding. With just some duct tape, scissors, and a ruler, Scouts can create a real wallet that holds bills…
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Tiger Stories in Shapes Adventure
Stories in Shapes is one of the Tiger elective adventures. For this adventure, Tiger Cubs and their adult partners learn about art and explore their own creativity.
