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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.
Welcome New Den Leaders
Around this time of year there are a lot of new Den Leaders wondering to themselves “Exactly what did I just volunteer for?” Whatever your story, I want to welcome…
Cub Scout Helps and Documents
Cub Scouts is a program offered by the Boy Scouts of America for boys and girls in Kindergarten through 5th grade. Cub Scouts participate in a variety of adventures.
Herb Casserole Bread Recipe
Fresh baked bread tastes wonderful when you are out on a chilly campout. This is a casserole bread which is pretty easy to make.
Fitness and Nutrition Program Feature for Scouts BSA Troops
The Fitness and Nutrition program feature is listed in the Sports program features category, but fitness and nutrition are important for everyone, whether involved in sports or not. Topics include…
The Twelve Days of Camping Song
The Twelve Days of Camping is another silly song for you. This works well at Christmas (because of the tune) or at camp (because of the theme).
Designed to Crunch Scouts BSA Nova Award (Mathematics) Helps and Documents
Designed to Crunch is the Scouts BSA Nova Award for mathematics. To earn this award, Scouts must complete one of their mathematics related merit badges and learn about related topics…
Living History Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA
The Living History feature lets Scouts experience different cultures, times, and places in an interactive and hands on manner. They witness reenactments and learn about historical events and different ways…
Bughouse Chess Game
Bughouse (or Bunk House) is a game which helps even the playing field. Basically, there are two teams which simultaneously play chess together. Each player has a direct opponent, but…
A Scout Is Trustworthy
Scouts are known for their honesty. Saying “Scout’s Honor” is a way of saying “You can trust me”. Here are some ideas for the first point of the Scout Law.…
Den Chief Service Award
The Den Chief Service Award recognizes Scouts and Venturers who serve a Cub Scout den for one year, are trained, and are active members of their Troop or Crew. The…
A Scout Is Clean
To be clean means to take care of your personal hygiene and your environment. But it also means to keep your character clean. Here are some ideas for the eleventh…
BSA Swim Test
The BSA swim test is used to determine ability level so that participants can swim in an area which is appropriate for them.
Tiger Den Meeting Plan – Games Tigers Play
This Tiger den meeting plan covers most of the requirements for the Games Tigers Play adventure. This meeting is all about having fun and cooperating. For the final requirement, the…
Troop Service Project – Blood Drive Setup
Our troop was asked to help set up for a blood drive at our church. The only hitch – it had to be set up by 7:30 AM! Getting Scouts…
Walking Tacos Recipe
Here is a fun recipe for a hearty camp snack. If the taco meat is cooked beforehand, they can put this together pretty quickly.
Piranha Ball
Here is a another game to go with this month’s aquatic theme. It can be used to fuflill requirement 2 for the Swimming belt loop from the Cub Scout Academics…
Can Women Be Assistant Scoutmasters?
A reader asks “Are single moms allowed to be assistant scoutmasters and go along on outings and campouts with Scouts BSA Troops?”
Arrow of Light Building a Better World Adventure: Cub Scout Helps and Ideas
The requirements for the Building a Better World adventure help Webelos learn about good citizenship and good stewardship of our resources. Webelos working towards Arrow of Light will learn about…
What Is a Board of Review?
When a Scout has completed all of the requirements for a rank, he must appear before a board of review. A board of review is NOT the same as a…
Pumpkin Bread Recipe
Pumpkin bread is a favorite snack bread and dessert at our house. This recipe is easy enough for kids to make.
S’mores Nachos Recipe
Just because it is too cold to go camping doesn’t mean that your Scouts can’t enjoy s’mores.
A Scout Is Loyal
To be loyal means to be faithful. It also means to do the right thing. We can be loyal by standing up for a friend who is being bullied. Loyalty…
Orienteering Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA
The Orienteering feature teaches Scouts to navigate unfamiliar territory using a map and compass. It also introduces them to the sport of orienteering, where participants race to find markers called…
Our Spring Break Road Trip
For Scouting families with several kids who don’t have loads of money lying around for airline tickets and hotel rooms, a camping road trip is a great option.
Baseball Cookies Recipe
It’s baseball season. If you are doing a sports theme with your Cub Scouts, why not make some baseball cookies?
Tips for Setting Up a Hobby Fair
As part of the Hobbies Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA, the Scouts will conduct a hobby fair to show of each Scout’s particular hobby. Here are some things Scouts…
1-2-3 Go! Cub Scout Nova Award (Mathematics) Helps and Documents
1-2-3 Go! is the Cub Scout Nova Award for mathematics. To earn this award, Cub Scouts must complete one of their STEM related adventures, make a few calculations, and learn…
Tips for Wolf Achievement 1 – Feats of Skill
There are a couple of different ways to work on Wolf Achievement 1 – Feats of Skill – with your den. One way is to do all of the requirements…
Help! My Son Doesn’t Want to Be a Scout
A reader’s son doesn’t want to continue in Scouts BSA: “I have tried to make it sounds really cool, he’s got friends moving up and friends in a troop now…
Pack Meeting Plan for Lights, Camera, Action (Positive Attitude)
BSA has a Cub Scout pack meeting plan called Lights, Camera, Action related to positive attitude. The Lights, Camera, Action meeting plan features ideas for the core value of positive…
Easy Stew Topped Mashed Potatoes Recipe
This recipe is a good recipe for when you have time to let a stew simmer. Serve some fruit on the side and maybe some bread and you have a…
Tiger Cub Electives – Group or Individual?
All Tiger Cub activities are to be done with an adult partner. The adult partner can be a parent, aunt, uncle, grandparent, etc. I’ve even had a college aged sibling…
Make a Fake Pocket Knife for Safety Demonstrations
When discussing pocket knife safety with Cub Scouts, they demonstrated their safety knowledge with a fake pocket knife made from cardboard.
Kim’s Game with Items for a Home First Aid Kit
Kim’s game is a traditional Scouting game which was introduced by Sir Robert Baden-Powell. It is based on a game described by Rudyard Kipling. This version of the game helps…
Review – Davis Bayou Campground
Overall, this was a good campground because of the location and all of the attractions in the area, but the bugs were a real annoyance.
50 Mile Canoe Trip Pin
Reader Bruce asked “Does anyone know where I can buy a pin for scouts who completed a 50 mile canoe trip? I would ideally like a paddle shaped pin with…
Regular Crew Meetings
Our Crew has been going for about 10 months now and our officers are still trying to determine what will work for the group. Up until now, our meeting schedule…
Getting Teens to Sign Up for Venturing
Our Crew has been trying to recruit lately. The problem they are having is they talk to Bob and he isn’t sure he wants to go unless Tim and Amy…
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You can learn about sports, crafts, science, trades, business, and future careers as you earn merit badges. There are more than 135 merit badges. Any Scout may earn any merit…
The idea behind the skit is that the Scouter with the banana has misunderstood the announcer. Every time the announcer says to do something with the bandana, the Scouter does…
Cooking Troop Program Feature for Scouts BSA
The Cooking feature teaches Scouts how to make their favorite food and discover new recipes for use at home and at camp. Scouts learn the satisfaction of preparing their own…
