Category: Aims and Methods of Scouting

Every campfire program should have plenty of skits. They also make a great intermission in a meeting. Sometimes they teach a lesson, sometimes they don’t, but they are always fun. What’s your favorite skit? Do you have a video of it? Contact me and I’ll share it here.

Steal the Bacon is a game where strategy meets speed in a thrilling dash for victory! Perfect for Scouts of all ages, this classic challenge fosters teamwork, agility, and quick thinking. Whether it’s seizing the bacon under the sun or strategizing in the glow of twilight, every game is an adventure. Gear up for laughter,…

While working on the Pioneering merit badge, Scouts learn how to build structures with ropes and spars. They explore the uses of various knots and splices. They learn how to care for ropes. Finally they build a structure such as a bridge, tower, chair, or table.

For the King of the Jungle adventure, Lions learn about how to handle the US flag and about responsibility and leadership.

When retiring a United Stated flag, some people will say that you must do it this way or that way, but according to the Flag Code, it just needs to be done with dignity.

The Cub Scout program, dedicated to enriching the lives of young scouts through adventure, learning, and growth, is set to update in June 2024. These changes aim to enhance the scouting experience, making it more engaging, relevant, and fun for today’s youth. In this post, I’ll look into what’s new, what’s changed, and how these…