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Author: Scouter Mom

  • Bicycle License Plate Craft

    Bicycle License Plate Craft

    This bicycle license plate craft is an easy hands-on project for Scouts. It uses simple materials and gives each Scout a chance to make a small tag for the back of a bike. The steps are clear and quick to set up, so it works well for den meetings, campouts, or summer gatherings. Scouts enjoy…

  • Is the Blue and Gold Banquet the End of the Cub Scout Year?

    Is the Blue and Gold Banquet the End of the Cub Scout Year?

    Blue and Gold is often treated like the end of the Cub Scout year, but it is really a celebration, not a stopping point. Cub Scouting continues through the school year for all ranks from Lion to Arrow of Light. Dens can keep meeting, finish rank requirements, or work on electives after Blue and Gold.…

  • Boys and Girls Dens in Cub Scouting

    Boys and Girls Dens in Cub Scouting

    Starting June 1, 2023, Cub Scout family packs can have mixed-gender dens for younger ranks. Boys and girls in kindergarten through fourth grade can now be in the same den. This makes it easier for small packs to stay strong and for families to keep things simple. Arrow of Light Scouts will still have separate…

  • Scout Recognition Certificate

    Scout Recognition Certificate

    Want a simple way to recognize Scouts for their achievements? Try this free customizable certificate template. You can use it for any award—rank advancements, badges, or service projects. Just fill in the form, download the PDF, and print. It’s easy to use and doesn’t take much time. Add a personal touch with a short note…

  • Cub Scout Trading Cards

    Cub Scout Trading Cards

    With baseball season right around the corner, let your Cub Scouts make their own trading cards with “Cub Scout stats”. This Cub Scout craft works great with any sports themed den or pack meeting.

  • The Aims of Scouting

    The Aims of Scouting

    Scouting can feel busy with meetings, campouts, and planning. It is easy to focus on details and forget the purpose behind them. The Aims of Scouting help leaders and parents remember why the program exists. These aims guide every activity and decision. They focus on character, citizenship, leadership, and fitness. When leaders keep these goals…