Leadership 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: 2024-09-04Scoutmaster Minute - Building Bridges
Jack here! As summer gives way to the crisp air of fall, it’s the perfect time to gather around the campfire, share stories, and build connections—whether it’s with new scouts or strengthening the bonds in your pack or troop. There’s something magical about a campfire, isn’t there? The way it pulls everyone in, from the youngest scout eager to toast marshmallows to the oldest leader reminiscing about campfires from years past. It’s where we laugh,... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2024-08-19Strategy for Scouting
Jack here! I am back to getting all my normal walks, and daddy has been doing a good job at treating my belly to get rid of an allergic irritation, but that also leads to lots of good belly rubs too. On my last walk, daddy and I talked about how dogs are like scouts, at heart. Always Ready for Adventure: Just like scouts, dogs are always eager to explore the great outdoors, whether it’s... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2024-08-12
Boy Scouts Rebrands as Scouting America
SCOUTING AMERICA!!The Boy Scouts of America will adopt a new name: Scouting America, effective next winter.(No initials, just "Scouting America".) The organization's public name will change from "Boy Scouts of America" to "Scouting America." Everything else will remain the same.Why a "public name"? Because lots of surveys reveal that MOST adults don't know what the "Boy Scouts of America" does any more. If you asked that question back in the 80s or earlier, you got... [More]
By: Mike Walton (blackeagle) On: 2024-07-30Scouting Traditions
"From our Weekly Scouting Newsletter on July 14, 2024. Subscribe to get these to your inbox every week."It's Jack here, yapping about all the fun and traditions that make scouting so special. From camping under the stars and sharing stories around the campfire, to begging for food (I'm particularly good at that) and keeping camp clean by eating any food the scouts drop, there's never a dull moment. I love watching cool service projects, inspiring... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2024-07-26
Fire Mastery 101
Gathering around a campfire is more than just a tradition in Scouting; it's an art, a science, and a communal ritual that brings us together under the stars. Mastering the perfect campfire is essential not only for the warmth and light it provides but for the memories created around its glow. From choosing the right wood to ensuring the fire is respectfully extinguished, each step is vital in crafting those perfect, shareable moments. As we... [More]
By: Sapna Kanda On: 2024-03-11