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Author: Scouter Mom

  • Pizza Burger Packets Recipe

    Pizza Burger Packets Recipe

    Pizza Burger Packets are foil meals made with a burger, sliced potatoes, onions, peppers, pizza sauce, and mozzarella cheese. Everything cooks together on hot coals. The steps are simple, so youth can take part with a little guidance. The recipe uses familiar ingredients, which helps new cooks feel comfortable. Scouts can change the vegetables or…

  • Cub Scout Carnival Ideas

    Cub Scout Carnival Ideas

    A Cub Scout carnival is a lively way to bring families together for a day of simple games, small prizes, and warm smiles. Scouts can enjoy toss games, knockdown games, and fun prize stations. Families can also visit food stands with popcorn, hot dogs, and cotton candy. Older Scouts help run the stations, which builds…

  • Code of the Wolf Adventure

    Code of the Wolf Adventure

    Wolf Cub Scouts learn about numbers, measuring, shapes, and math for the Code of the Wolf adventure. They also get to try sending a message using code

  • COPE Program Feature for Scouts BSA

    COPE Program Feature for Scouts BSA

    COPE is a program that teaches teamwork, trust, and communication through simple challenges. Scouts start with basic games and spotting practice. They learn how to support each other in safe and steady ways. As the month continues, Scouts may try low elements and, if they choose, high elements with trained instructors. The program uses Challenge…

  • Welcoming Arrow of Light Scouts to Scouts BSA Troop

    Welcoming Arrow of Light Scouts to Scouts BSA Troop

    Aaron sent in this question about welcoming Webelos to a troop: “I am looking for ways to welcome Webelos into Scouts BSA at Pack Meetings, any ideas? Like a cross over, but not as formal.”

  • Scout Vespers Song

    Scout Vespers Song

    Scout Vespers is a traditional closing song used in Scouting. It is usually sung at the end of the day or at a campfire closing. The song uses a familiar tune, which makes it easy to sing. The lyrics ask Scouts to think about their actions and choices. It encourages quiet reflection. Units use it…