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Secret Codes: 3 Fun Codes to Try
Having a secret code can be fun. There are several simple methods of coding communication so that only those who know the “secret” know what is being said.
Scout Recognition Certificate – Fill In Your Own Information
A while back John M sent in this Webelos Crossover certificate he had made to share with everyone. However, many readers have asked for an easy way to use this with…
My Opinion on the BSA’s Decision to Provide a Path to Eagle Scout for Girls
“The Boy Scouts of America Board of Directors unanimously approved to welcome girls into its iconic Cub Scout program and to deliver a Scouting program for older girls that will…
About
I have been involved in Scouting since my sons joined Cub Scouting. I am currently a Cubmaster, although my boy are grown. (See my Back to Cub Scouting post!) I…
Raising and Lowering the US Flag
These are some basic rules for raising and lowering the US flag. The most important rule to remember is to always treat the US flag with dignity and respect. It…
Tiger Sky Is the Limit Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Ideas
Sky Is the Limit is one of the Tiger elective adventures. For this adventure, Tiger Cubs and their adult partners learn about astronomy and do some star gazing.
Soccer Marbles
If you are having a soccer or sports themed meeting, a soccer drill can be a fun way to burn of some energy. Soccer marbles is a three person soccer…
Instant Recognition for Cub Scouts
A reader asks if it is OK to hand out the instant recognition beads for Cub Scouts at a pack meeting.
Scouts BSA First Class Citizenship Requirements Helps and Documents
First Class requirement 9 helps Scouts learn about their rights and duties as citizens. By doing the First Class citizenship requirements, they also learn about good stewardship of the environment…
Product Review – Cobrabraid 550 Paracord Bracelets
I recently received some Cobrabraid 550 samples to review. The bracelets I received were made of study paracord.
Themed Summer Camps for Scouts and Venturers
Catholic Adventure Week, STEM Camps, Sea Scouts vs Pirates, camps for those who like to rough it, fishing camp, Eagle Trail camp, horse camp, and more.
Campfire Cinnamon Crescents Recipe
Here is another easy recipe for summer camp season. The only real trick to these is to cook them slowly so they cook all the way through.
Hearty Minestrone Recipe
Although this recipe has “minestrone” in the name, it is more like a stew than a soup. So if you are looking for a traditional minestrone recipe, keep searching. If…
Antichess Game
Do you feel like you always lose when you play chess? If you are better at getting your own pieces captured than capturing your opponents pieces, then Antichess is the…
Native American Games
I’ve decided to work on Bear Elective 24 – American Indian Life. They have studied Native American culture this year in school and made model villages.
Conflicts with Unit Fundraising
The best way to handle possible conflicts between unit fundraisers is to talk it out.
Scouts BSA Second Class Navigation Requirements Helps and Documents
Second Class requirement 3 is related to map and compass skills. Scouts learn how to use these tools. Then they put these skills to use on a hike. They also…
Pirate Pick Up Game
Ahoy there me hearties! Today is International Talk Like a Pirate Day. So in honor of the occasion, I have a pirate game.
Gifts for Scouts and Scouters
Gifts are a good way to show your appreciation to the Scouter who are helping so much with your Scouting program. They are also a way to recognize Scouts for…
Scouts BSA Tenderfoot Fitness Requirements Helps and Documents
For the fitness requirements for Tenderfoot, Scouts record their current proficiency in a variety of basic tests. They develop a plan to improve and execute the plan for 30 days.…
Life to Eagle Reports
One thing we have done in our troop which seems to motivate our Life Scouts a little is the Life to Eagle reports at every Court of Honor. Each Life…
Problem – Scouters Too Involved in Meetings
The adults involved are very enthusiastic, which is great, but they tend to talk over the kids and take over the meetings. Some of the adults are keeping the kids…
Ceremonies for Cub Scouts and Scouts BSA (Boy Scouts)
eremonies are designed to focus a groups attention. They can be solemn or silly. Do you have a ceremony you’d like to share? Contact me and I’ll share it here.
Activity Patches
A reader asks “I have quite a number of different little patches that I would like to give out to my scouts. Is there a list with pictures of what…
Sharing the Grocery Shopping Load
The Committee recommended that the patrol leaders try to convince some of the other scouts to take a turn.
Craft Stick Pencil Holders
Now that school is starting up again, Cub Scouts might enjoy making craft stick pencil holders to keep some of their school supplies in. Or they can give it to…
Pack Meeting Plan for Holiday Lights (Respect)
The Holiday Lights meeting plan features ideas for the core value of respect- games, group activities, songs, and more to help Cub Scouts learn about other cultures and traditions.
Swimming Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA
The Swimming program feature helps Scouts learn how to safely enjoy fun and physical activity in the water. Scouts also need to know how to swim to enjoy other aquatics…
Pinewood Derby and Build It Adventure Requirements
I’ve told the Cub Scouts that they can count work on their cars towards any appropriate craft or building requirement, such as the Build It adventure, if they did a…
Webelos Duty to God and You Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Ideas
Duty to God and You is one of the Webelos required adventures For this adventure, Webelos either earn the religious emblem of their faith or plan and take part in…
Wolf Hometown Heroes Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Ideas
Hometown Heroes is one of the Wolf Cub Scout elective adventures. For the Hometown Heroes adventure, Wolves learn about citizens who are heroes in their local communities.
Tiger Safe and Smart Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Ideas
Safe and Smart is one of the Tiger elective adventures. For this adventure, Tigers and their adult partners how to be safe at home and in emergencies.
Public Service Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA
The focus in this program feature is citizenship and service. Younger Scouts BSA can work on flag etiquette, flag ceremonies, and their rights and duties as US Citizens. Older Scouts…
Webelos/AOL Build It Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Ideas
Build It is one of the Webelos/Arrow of Light elective adventures. For the Build It adventure, Webelos learn about using tools safely and carpentry. Then they use what they have…
Tiger Tales Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Ideas
Tiger Tales is one of the Tiger elective adventures. For this adventure, Tigers and their adult partners learn about folk history through tall tales. They also visit a historical museum…
Paddle Sports Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA
The Paddle Sports program feature helps Scouts learn how to safely enjoy non-motorized trips on the water. Scouts learn about canoeing, kayaking, or stand up paddleboarding.
Ticks on a Toilet Seat Recipe
What’s the best way to get a picky eater to have a healthy snack? Make it funny!
Venturing Award
The Venturing award is the first award a Venturer earns It is a joining award, with an emphasis on commitment and personal safety.
Bingo Cards for Scouts BSA (Boy Scout Bingo)
These bingo cards for Scouts BSA help familiarize Scouts with the Scout Law, Eagle required merit badges, some of the fun adventures they can look forward to, ranks, and more.…
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The Cub Scout core value for the month of March is compassion. The pack program helps have opening and closing ceremonies which involve shoes – for walking in another’s shoes.
Review – Johnson Shut-ins Campground
A few weeks ago our troop camped at Johnson Shut-Ins State Park in southern Missouri. The campground was completely rebuilt following the Taum Sauk hydroelectric power station disaster in 2005.
Questions and Answers from Scouters
Every situation is different. Whether you are new to Scouting or you have been involved for a while, sometimes it is helpful to get input from other Scouters. We are…
