Author: Scouter Mom
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Pirate Pick Up Game
Pirate Pick Up is a fast and easy game that works well for Scout meetings and events. Using a simple hook made from a plastic cup and candy cane, Scouts try to lift pretzels out of a bowl without using their hands. The game needs very little setup and only a few supplies. It works…
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Antichess Game
Antichess is a twist on chess that changes how players think. The board and pieces stay the same, but the goal is different. Players try to lose all of their pieces instead of protecting them. Captures are required, so every move matters. Kings can be captured, and there is no check or checkmate. Pawns can…
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Neckerchief Slide Bracelet
Turn old neckerchief slides into a simple bracelet that Scouts will enjoy making and wearing. This easy craft works well for den meetings, troop time, or camp. Scouts connect slides using small rings and add a clasp to finish the bracelet. Each slide can represent a memory, event, or place. The project helps Scouts practice…
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Candy Cane Cookies Recipe
Candy cane cookies are a holiday favorite with a red and white twist. They are made from a soft sugar cookie dough flavored with almond and vanilla. The dough is divided and colored, then shaped by hand into a candy cane shape. A sprinkle of sugar and crushed peppermint adds crunch and flavor. These cookies…
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Hearty Minestrone Recipe
This hearty minestrone is a thick, one-pot camp meal. It is closer to a stew than a soup. The recipe combines ground beef, pasta, beans, and spaghetti sauce. Everything cooks together in one pot. That makes it easy to manage at camp. It works well in a Dutch oven or on a camp stove. The…
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Fundraising Conflicts
Fundraising conflicts between packs and troops are common, especially with popular ideas like pancake breakfasts. These situations usually come from timing, location, or shared families, not bad intent. Clear communication between unit leaders helps prevent problems before they start. By talking early, looking at the audience, and checking calendars, units can avoid stress and confusion.…
