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You can see all 65 Norman Rockwell Scouting paintings at this museum in Ohio
A Scout from Troop 215 of the Great Trail Council views Norman Rockwell paintings at the Medici Museum of Art. (Photo courtesy of Medici Museum of Art) From his ode to heroic volunteers in “The Scoutmaster” to his slice-of-life depiction of a lakeside Scout camp in “Come and Get It,” Norman Rockwell spent decades capturing…
Read MoreHow two Eagle Scouts are making assistive technology more accessible
Courtesy of William Marshall This story is shared here from the Scouting magazine app. For more of the content you’re used to from Scouting magazine, download the Scouting magazine app today! It’s available now in the App Store and Google Play. In a 1996 robbery gone wrong, jewelry store owner Mark Chilutti lost the use…
Read MoreDoes Rolling Your Clothes Save Space?
Q: Does rolling up your clothes really work when packing? — Cody, Orange City, Iowa A: It will depend on what you’re packing. Try this: Empty a dresser drawer at home, and then fold and place your clothes inside until the drawer is full. Then take the clothes out and roll up each item tightly…
Read MoreStuff We Like: Smart XXL Camping Cot
OK, OK, this cot is heavy, bulky and pricey. But this is “Stuff We Like,” and we like the RIO Gear Smart XXL Camping Cot from ShelterLogic ($100, shelterlogic.com). It measures about 7 feet long and more than 3 feet wide. It’s comfortable, easy to set up and strong enough to hold 600 pounds. A…
Read MoreTop 20 for 2020: The most-read Bryan on Scouting posts of the year
The Scouting trail has continued uninterrupted for 110 years, enduring along the undulating contours of American history. Through it all, Scouts have shown ingenuity, tenacity and selflessness. They’ve helped their communities navigate world wars, crippling recessions, natural disasters and global pandemics. It seems that whenever an obstacle blocks the path, Scouts refuse to turn back.…
Read MoreGet ready for Pinewood Derby with these virtual events
It’s Pinewood Derby season! This year’s favorite Cub Scout event will look different because of the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve shared how to host a virtual or socially distant event here. To help you make sure everyone can prepare for your pack or den’s big day, Champ Camp workshops will be online. These workshops demonstrate how…
Read MoreAt Telescopium, spend 4 nights at the Summit charting a course for future National Jamborees
Imagine being there in the early 1930s when James E. West, E. Urner Goodman and other BSA founders were planning the first National Jamboree. That first national Scouting event — originally scheduled for 1935 but delayed to 1937 because of the polio outbreak — ignited a tradition that has taken this quadrennial celebration from the National…
Read MoreHow a school partnership is teaching Wisconsin Explorers how to restore a classic car
Six years ago, the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District in Wisconsin bought a 1967 Ford Mustang. It didn’t run; the windshield was smashed; the undercarriage was covered in rust — it was a major restoration project. But it would be a perfect project for high school students, teaching them mechanical and automotive skills. It…
Read MoreExtreme Makeovers, Round 33: Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos
This is the 33rd in an occasional series where I share Eagle Scout project before-and-after photos. See the complete collection here and submit your own here. COVID-19 note: Most of these Eagle projects were completed before the pandemic, meaning the photos may not necessarily depict coronavirus-related health and safety protocols. To fully understand the impact Eagle Scout…
Read MoreHow to Buy a Great Pair of Hiking Boots
Whether you’re a dayhiker conquering local hills or a hardcore wilderness backpacker, your most important piece of gear is the same — and it might be the item you’ve put the least thought into buying: your boots. The wrong hiking footwear can send a backcountry adventure downhill fast. Take your first steps on your next…
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