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Scouting Tech: Online Conferencing Tools for Virtual Meetings
Cubmaster Rebekah, of Look Wider Still, wrote an informative piece about Scouting online. (source) We’re navigating some seriously uncharted territory right now, trying to find ways to maintain some normalcy and keep the kids from physically turning into the Fortnite character they’re obsessively playing. It’s been pleasantly surprising to witness the outpouring of knowledge and…
Read MoreFun projects for kids that you can do from home
As public places, including many parks and campgrounds, are closing to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, you might be left scratching your head on what you and your kids can do. Plenty! As we’ve highlighted this week, Scouts can still meet virtually and serve others. They can also go on nature hikes around your…
Read More2020 TO 2021 WEBELOS TRANSITION
As the weather turns cooler, Troops and Webelos should start thinking ‘Crossover’! Troops should be reaching out to their local packs to invite Webelos (4th AND 5th graders) to visit or join them for an activity. Second-year Webelos leaders should be thinking about finishing up Arrow of Light requirements and start planning crossover ceremonies. Over…
Read MoreThese 13 outstanding Scouts will deliver the BSA’s Report to the Nation
Next week’s big news out of Washington likely won’t be covered on cable news. But for those of us who care about the BSA, this will be the top story. Thirteen of the country’s most impressive Scouts will gather in Washington, D.C., to deliver the 2019 Report to the Nation, the official recap of another…
Read MoreKeep on Scouting
There probably are lots of reasons you joined Scouting. It’s a lot of fun. You like hanging out with your friends. You learn cool new stuff. You get to go camping and have fun in the outdoors. The list goes on. One thing for sure: You didn’t join Scouting to hear or read about things…
Read MoreThe Boy Scouts of America files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy – here’s what that means for you
If you’re reading this, you have probably experienced the positive impact of Scouting. And I’m guessing that – like me – you want Scouting to be around to serve kids in our communities for many years to come. I’m hoping you also agree that it’s important that the BSA supports victims of past abuse in…
Read MoreRethinking the Blue and Gold Banquet
By Mark Ray Photographs by Michael Roytek From the January-February 2019 issue of Scouting magazine Cub Scout Activities, Cub Scout Corner, Cub Scouts, Magazine, Videos Way back in 1952, The Boy Scout Encyclopedia — yes, there really was such a book — included this description of the pack blue and gold dinner: “Often the mothers…
Read MoreYour pack will get some serious mileage out of this Cub Scout hiking club idea
The first rule of Pack 1855’s Hiking Club: Don’t forget the snacks. But a few months after launching their new plan to take a hike every month, Pack 1855 leaders realized something amazing. They saw their Cub Scouts weren’t begging for the next snack break. They were hungry for the next hike. The leaders discovered…
Read MoreUnsung Hero: Scout rescues elderly man who slipped in the snow
This is Unsung Heroes, a Bryan on Scouting blog series celebrating under-reported acts of Scouting heroism. These are stories that don’t make national headlines — but should. That’s doubly true in this world that can always use more good news. Read the latest story below, and find instructions for sharing your own Unsung Heroes story at the…
Read MoreLake Minnetonka Winter Camporee 2020 – Registration is Open!
Registration is now Live for 2020 Winter Camporee! Join us at the 2020 Winter Camporee February 14-16th at Rum River Scout Camp! This is a lumberjack themed event, so dress and cook appropriately. In other words, lots of plaid, stocking caps, boots,lots of hearty stews (All Troops will be given sweet potato’s to add in their dish)…
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