Author: Scouter Mom

The purpose of this award is to introduce Scouts to the life of a great American, James M. Stewart. The Jimmy Stewart Museum is offering this award to a Scout or Scouter who has exemplified the characteristics necessary to live the life of a good citizen.

Memorial Day is a time for Scouts to remember those who died while serving in the military. This article shares simple ways your unit can take part. Scouts can place flags on graves, attend ceremonies, or hold a short program at a meeting. You will also find ideas for readings, Scoutmaster minutes, and care package…

BSA retired this adventure on June 1, 2024. This information remains here for historical purposes.. Grin and Bear It is one of the Bear elective adventures. For this adventure, Bears play a game and hold a Cub Scout Carnival at a pack meeting.

Many troops list over one hundred Scouts on the roster. Then only forty show up for a campout. This can make patrol elections and patrol planning difficult. Leaders may wonder if the patrol system still works when attendance is uneven. The good news is that it does. Even small patrols can function well. Three or…

Sharksicles are frozen pops made with blue drink mix and gummy sharks. They are easy to prepare and do not need cooking. The bright color and candy inside make them fun for kids. This recipe works well for summer days, parties, or Scout activities. You can use store-bought molds or simple cups. Freezing overnight works…

Nitro Transport is a teamwork challenge that uses a small board, ropes, and a can of water. Scouts lift the board by the ropes and work together to carry it across a short course without spilling the “nitro.” The task teaches clear communication, steady movement, and shared responsibility. It fits many Scout groups because leaders…