The Blossoming Scout
Welcome, Scouters, to another issue of our newsletter!For many of us, spring is the time when we feel the cold winter weather finally melt away, replaced by warmer days and the cheerful sight of flowers starting to bloom. The sun shines a little longer, and the world around us begins to feel new again. Spring is also the season for deep cleaning—whether it’s organizing your gear, tidying up your home, or even clearing out the... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2025-03-24Shenanigans!
I got the notification that Amazon has published and made my latest writing project available!! Shenanigans! by Mike WaltonTwo boys, not chipmunks nor cartoon characters, but definitely "characters"! From two separate families, they lived for years at the orphanage, waiting for the opportunity to be a part of a new family. The two finally got their chance -- together! The boys discover that every day of their summer vacation is an opportunity to "have fun!"... [More]
By: Mike Walton (blackeagle) On: 2025-02-27
Wacky Scouter Updates 2025
Hey Wacky Scouters,This week is just a quick update—no ramblings from Jack or extra content.Moving forward, I’ll no longer be writing the body of the newsletter as Jack or including the themed ideas. It seems like it hasn’t been resonating, as the stats have been trending down. We will likely focus only on sharing resources from various sources related to scouting. I’ll also need to figure out how to keep the "blackboard" on the side... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2025-02-24Healing Takes Time: A Scout's Lesson in Patience
Greetings Scouters! Greetings Scouters! Well, my daddy is still slowly recovering from that nasty cold of his. He says the congestion is a lot better now—though I still hear him sniffing a little. His throat is still pretty sore, but thankfully, the scary, loud coughing fits have been reduced to just a handful a day. So I guess he’s getting petter... or better, as he says. Either way, progress is progress! It’s been interesting watching everything unfold... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2025-02-10Cold Season, Warm Plans: What’s Brewing at Wacky Scouter
Greetings Scouters! Sorry it's been a little while since our last newsletter. Daddy's been pretty sick—producing slimy snot by the gallon and coughing up crud by the quart. But the good news is, the cold is finally starting to pass. Nothing lasts forever; everything comes and goes at its own pace. Daddy's also realized his flow is like a crockpot. His struggle isn't with web dev itself, but with the speed of the flow. He needs to... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2025-02-02Leadership In Action!
Hey there, Scout Leaders!Hope you're all doing well! I’ve got my paws crossed for some tail-wagging snow up here, but it seems like it’s all heading south! And my heart (and paws) are folded in prayer for everyone battling and affected by the LA Fires. Maybe all the doggies in the shelters could help the firefighters by marking the path ahead of the flames—now that’s teamwork!On a more serious note, my poor dad has been... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2025-01-13Brrr, Fun in the Outdoors
Opening Thoughts Another week, another newsletter. Daddy and I are doing well, we are even almost back to our pre-thanksgiving weight. That is a bit holiday magic, if you ask me and my flip flopping tail. Daddy has been busy working like always, but also working on his anxiety and figuring out how to get his ADHD routines and structure back in place. We have been exploring happiness and how it really aligns... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2024-12-08Harvest Celebrations & Nature Exploration
Hand Picked Scouting Content...Published: Nov 17, 2024View Online | Foward to friend | Manage Subscription Hey There Scouters! It feels a little funny to be talking about autumn leaves and pumpkin races when I can smell the crisp scent of snow on the horizon. Oh, how I love a good romp in the snow! There’s nothing quite like chasing your tail through a fluffy blanket of white and discovering all the new... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2024-11-17
Scoutmaster Minute - Building a Stronger Foundation
Scouting is built on the idea of growth, both as individuals and as a unit. Every knot we tie, every campfire we light, and every hike we take brings us closer to understanding ourselves and the world around us. But just like a strong tent needs sturdy stakes, our units need strong foundations to thrive. That foundation is you, the leaders, and the Scouts who make everything happen. As we look forward, it's important to... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2024-09-09Help Wanted and Needed
When I was younger, I got a whipping for wanting to be a Cub Scout. I got a whipping later as a Scout because I knew that I did something right, but to my mother, I disobeyed her. I stood there, repeating the Scout Law to myself, as my mother hit me with my father's Army web belt over and over, intoning that I "don't - lie - to your - parents!" It was the... [More]
By: Mike Walton (blackeagle) On: 2024-09-04