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Published: Oct 05, 2020
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Cast: Two friends, doggie doo Setting: Street Two friends are walking along the street, perhaps having a conversation about something, talking about a movie or the latest hockey scores, when all of a sudden -- ...
The Five Ws In the hustle and bustle of planning a court of honor, invitations often fall to the bottom of the priority list. That's unfortunate, because the invitation, whether it's delivered ...
3 c Dry navy beans; (about 1 1/2, lbs.) 4 qt Coldwater; divided 1 med Onion; chopped 1 C Ketchup 1 C Brown sugar 2 TB Molasses 1 TB Salt 2 ts Dry mustard 1/4 lb Bacon; cooked and crumbled Rinse beans; p...
(This was originally written as part of my unpublished book "Eagle Feathers" in 2004.) A question posed to me -- surprising because of who asked the question -- made me think a lot about what the public thinks that Scouting is about and what little we've told them recently about what we do. I was standing on a platform at the Crystal City, Virginia stop along with the METRO, Washington D.C.'s series of underground trains which run between most of the communities in and around the capital city of our nation. The trains run underground and above-ground as well as they snake their way around ...
Image by Thomas B. from Pixabay I remember when I was in Cub Scouts and Webelos, and we always had our Pack meetings in the gym of my elementary school. That usually worked out well, especially when there would be some physical activity that was a part of the Pack meeting, like Dodgeball (yup, that’s how old I am). According to Wikipedia, a gymnasium, also known as a gym, is a covered location for athletics. The word is derived from the ancient Greek gymnasium. ... The word gym is also slang for a fitness center, which is often an area for indoor recreation. Scouting ...
Backpacks ready to be worn to go camping. Stock image purchased by Mike Walton (This was originally included in "Patches and Pins, " but several editors recommended that I remove it from the book because it was more truth than fiction, and I reluctantly was "selling" the book as a fiction novel based upon my life. "Make up your mind, " they would write. I kept this story, however, and some of you who followed me in my earlier days on the Scouts-L youth programs discussion list have run across this in a slightly different (and shorter) format. I posted it when the ...
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Have a question? Facing a dilemma? Wondering where to find a BSA policy or guideline? Just drop a line to me at askandybsa@yahoo.com. Here are some spectacular responses to the September 15th questions! First, Game Design Merit Badge… Hi Andy, About that Scout completing Game Design, the BSA says “Approval of the Application for Merit Badge (“Blue Card”) requires a total of four signatures—two each from the unit leader and a merit badge counselor.” (BSA Guide to Advancement § 7.0.0.2. The Guide to Advancement goes on to require that the Merit Badge Counselor be currently registered as such in compliance with ...
Making the World a Better Place On Facebook we asked our alums about the Girl Scout experiences that inspired them to make a lasting difference as adults, in their own communities and the world at large. We received so many inspiring responses—279 to date! Read on for some of the standouts. 1. Breaking Down Barriers “Working as part of a team to overcome whatever obstacles appear, to be positive, and to appreciate others’ talents.” —Janet L. 2. Serving Those in Need “My troop and I made heart-shaped hand soaps and chocolates for women and children in local ...
NICK: Why does the bird-like going to the dollar store?MAT: I don’t know.NICK: Because everything is cheap, cheap, cheap!...
There are plenty of reasons to go camping. It’s fun; you can learn new skills; you can relax — but it also has health benefits. While we love camping, during this time it’s important to follow local and state guidelines for the COVID-19 pandemic and remember to read this checklist before starting in-person Scouting activities. For additional answers to questions regarding camping this fall and winter, see these FAQs. And for any outing, refer to this pre-event checklist. Even if you have to go camping in your backyard right now, check out these seven reasons why you should make camping ...
The first time taking your Cub Scout camping can be a little scary, especially if you are a little (or a lot) inexperienced. Here’s the best news: You are not alone! And you’re part of an organization that specializes in teaching kids (and their adults, by default!) how to camp. The BSA offers training to prepare you for camping with your Cub Scout, whether it’s an overnighter with your pack or a longer council-organized outing. First of all, go over this checklist for Scouting in-person during the COVID-19 pandemic. Also, for a pack overnighter at a council-approved location, at least ...
It’s not the easiest weekend of camping a Scout will experience, but it might be the most meaningful. After a Scout, Venturer, or adult volunteer is elected by their peers into the Order of the Arrow, Scouting’s national honor society, they don’t become an official OA member until they complete the induction, also called the Ordeal. During the Ordeal weekend, candidates maintain silence, receive small amounts of food, work on camp improvement projects, and sleep apart from other campers. It’s a safe but challenging experience that teaches you about yourself and inspires you to bring back to your unit everything ]you’ve ...
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RIO RANCHO, N.M. (KRQE) – It's the highest achievement a boy scout can receive, ... Boys Scouts of America started allowing girls to join last year...
Roise is a life scout, the second-highest rank in BSA. He started in Cub Scouts when he was six and is now a member of TriTown Cub Scout Troop 13...
SAN ANTONIO - The Boy Scouts of America are getting creative in hopes of boosting membership here in San Antonio. The Scouts held two drive-thrus Saturday; one on Northwest Military, the other on ...
Pack 135 at Noblesville Stony Creek Elementary School help stock supplies on Aug. 8. The Cub Scout packs in both Fishers and Zionsville are planning ...
That's the message from Seymour's Cub Scout Pack 91 as members want to help make this winter warmer for southern Webster County families in ...
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Kate Middleton meets with Scouts, Scouts Canada cancels camps...and a young lady earns Eagle. News Stories No more camps and sleepovers for Girl Guides and Scouts Canada due to COVID-19Kate Middleton Enjoys Outdoor Fun With Group Of Scouts Duchess of Cambridge toasts marshmallows with ScoutsAnnapolis girl soars past challenges to earn Eagle Scout titleDayton native Suzanna Stankute on verge of earning prominent Eagle Scout rank‘CBS Evening News’ profiles Arizona native Victoria Rader’s quest to join Inaugural Class of Female Eagle ScoutsScout Association plans job cuts due to ‘very challenging financial climate’ Subscribe iTunes | Google Play | Spotify | ...
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13-year-old Canadian Scout Quinn demonstrated when the pandemic hit in 2020 that a Scout is never too young to make a difference. He produced and donated thousands of ear guard straps to healthcare workers to stop ear pain from masks worn non-stop for long shifts, and inspired and enabled others to do the same. His mum shared the design link, the story went viral and Scouts worldwide as well as many other people and businesses fired up 3D-printers and donated straps to hardworking frontline workers. And, as time has passed and it has become mandatory in so many locations for ...
Issues of the World—Meet. Your. Match. Hear how ten extraordinary National Gold Award Girl Scouts tackled real-life issues and dedicated their time, energy, and passion for making a difference. From environmental sustainability and the STEM gender gap to social justice and community problems, Gold Award Girl Scouts don’t just make the world a better place, they change it for good. Learn more about the Gold Award impact at: https://www.girlscouts.org/en/for-girls/gold-award-girl-scouts.html?utm_campaign=Meet Your Matchutm_medium=Video_Youtubeutm_source=Meet_Your_Match...
I found this training flip chart from 1955 in my collection of Scouting memorabilia and thought it might be fun to use it to make a video. A local Scout provided the narration for this Advancement and Your Patrol training. We did two versions of this training flip chart. This was the Scout doing his version...
Welcome 2020 Order of the Arrow candidates! -- Order of the Arrow, Boy Scouts of America Website: https://oa-bsa.org Twitter: https://twitter.com/oabsa Instagram: https://instagram.com/oabsa Facebook: https://fb.com/oabsa Snapchat: https://www.snapchat.com/add/oa-bsa YouTube: https://youtube.com/oabsa Medium: https://medium.com/@oabsa #OABSA...
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These delicious foil packets stuffed with your favorite apple crisp are perfect for making on the grill, over the campfire, or in your oven! Tender, juicy apples topped with an oatmeal streusel makes a perfect apple crisp. Don't forget the ice cream on top of your Campfire Apple Crisp Foil Packets! #gimmesomegrilling #apple #dessert #applecrisp #foilpack #foilpackets #grill #grilled #grilling #campfire #recipe #easydessert #easyrecipe via @gimmesomegrilling...
Baked Apples are a delicious dessert recipe that can be made in the oven or on the grill! Apples stuffed with a sweet filling then topped with caramel and ice cream. Perfect for camping or enjoying any night! #baked #apples...
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