Category: Aims and Methods of Scouting

Can a troop place requirements on scheduling a Board of Review? For example, can a troop require that the Scout request the BOR by phone rather than in person?

This Simple Indoor Opening Flag Ceremony is a meaningful way to start a Cub Scout meeting. Scouts carry the flags, lead the Pledge of Allegiance, and salute. The US flag always leads, reminding Scouts of its importance. Leaders guide the Scouts through the process, teaching them respect and teamwork. The ceremony is easy to follow…

Scouts learn how to stay physically fit while working on the Athletics merit badge. They explore the importance of nutrition, warming up, and cooling down. They test their skills in selected areas such as sprinting, jumping, swimming, push ups, pull ups, basketball shooting, football kicking, soccer kicking, or weight training.

The We Don’t Have a Skit skit is great because it can be used with any number of Scouts. It is also a good skit to do with younger Scouts because they don’t have to remember many lines.

Scouts develop their critical thinking and strategy skills while doing the requirements for the Chess merit badge. They learn the history of chess, and chess notation. Scouts familiarize themselves with the tactics, board, pieces, and moves. Then they demonstrate their skills by playing some games of chess.

A soda bottle terrarium is a fun and simple project for Cub Scouts. It gives them a hands-on way to learn about nature and the environment. Scouts love activities where they can create something, and this project also teaches them about plants and ecosystems. It fits perfectly with the values of Scouting, such as learning…