Author: Scouter Mom

This Lemon Berry Dutch Oven Cobbler is a simple camp dessert made with berries, lemon cake mix, and lemon-lime soda. The fruit goes on the bottom, the cake mix goes on top, and the soda is poured over everything without stirring. The Dutch oven cooks with charcoal heat from above and below. The result is…

The Shotgun Shooting merit badge teaches Scouts to safely handle, shoot, and care for a shotgun. Scouts learn about firearm safety, shotgun parts, and different types of ammunition. They practice hitting moving targets, like clay pigeons, while developing focus and coordination. The badge also covers cleaning and maintaining a shotgun to ensure safety and performance.…

Scouts can build this easy and useful hand washing station using sticks, rope, and a milk jug. It helps meet the First Class requirement to build a camp gadget using lashings. The station teaches knot skills, teamwork, and responsibility. A small hole in the jug lets water flow when the golf tee is removed. A…

This tabletop tipi craft is an easy project for Cub Scouts and fits well into many den themes. Scouts build a small tipi frame with sticks and then add a paper cover they trace, cut, fold, and decorate. The simple steps help them learn basic skills like measuring and cutting while also giving them a…

This Camping merit badge tracking sheet helps a Scout keep clear records for requirement 9a and 9b. The Scout writes down each trip, the number of nights, and any special activities completed. This makes it easier to follow progress over time and keeps information in one place. The sheet encourages personal responsibility and helps the…

Scouts BSA summer camp gives youth a full week of learning, adventure, and growth. Each day brings a mix of skill building, outdoor fun, and time with friends. Scouts take classes, explore new activities, and enjoy campfires under the stars. They learn how to work together and handle small challenges. Leaders guide them while giving…