Category: Aims and Methods of Scouting

(Note: BSA is retired this adventure on May 31, 2022. This information remains here for historical purposes.) Build My Own Hero is one of the Webelos/Arrow of Light elective adventures. For the Build My Own Hero adventure, Webelos learn how to be a hero in their own communities, recognize real life heroes, and design their…

(Note: BSA retired this adventure on May 31, 2022. This information remains here for historical purposes.) Family Stories is one of the Tiger elective adventures. For this adventure, Tiger Cubs and their adult partners learn about their family heritage and make a family tree.

STEM fits well in Venturing because Venturers enjoy hands-on work. They like to explore, build, test, and solve problems together. Science, technology, math and engineering activities help them look at the world with curiosity. STEM also helps them understand how things work during their adventures. This gives them new ways to learn and grow.

The Totin’ Chip certification teaches Scouts how to handle wood tools in a safe and responsible way. It covers the use of knives, axes, and saws and shows that a Scout can follow important safety rules. Scouts learn to think ahead, watch their surroundings, and respect nature. These habits help keep everyone safe during campouts…

BSA retired this adventure on June 1, 2024. This information remains here for historical purposes. While working on the Webelos Game Design adventure, youth learn what elements are needed to design a game. They create their own game and teach others how to play.

The Blue and Gold banquet is a favorite Cub Scout event, and the resourcefulness theme helps make it meaningful and fun. This pack meeting plan uses simple activities to show Scouts how effort, teamwork, and help from others matter. From a welcoming gathering quiz to den skits, audience stories, and rank recognition, each part of…