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3 Quality Multitools That Are Made in America
Q: I am looking for a quality multitool made in America. I have $100 to spend on it. I want to be able to open it with one hand. —…
Read MoreIdeas for games for rambunctious Cub Scouts
This story originally appeared in the November-December 2000 issue of Scouting magazine. After nearly a decade of leadership in a large suburban pack, a Cubmaster prepares to move on as…
Read MoreGround Rules: Fixating on foam
Forty years ago, Scouts eager to stay warm in the winter were encouraged to dress in foam. The 1984 BSA Fieldbook included patterns for making hats, clothing and a sleeping…
Read MoreMerit Badge Clinic: Tips for teaching Cycling
At first glance, the Cycling merit badge seems like one of those merit badges that just about any Scouter could teach (assuming he or she is registered as a merit…
Read MoreBuilding a campfire requires know-how and good judgment
Scouts today know there are plenty of ways to enjoy the outdoors without kindling a campfire. Modern sleeping bags and layered clothing can eliminate the need of fire for warmth.…
Read MoreCool Camps: Camp Gorsuch
Camp Gorsuch Great Alaska Council Chugiak, Alaska Set on 24 acres at the base of Bear Mountain, Camp Gorsuch gives Scouts a true Alaskan experience. They can study gold and…
Read MoreWrite a Funny Caption For This Photo
What’s going on in this picture? What is that cat doing or thinking? If you can think of a funny caption for this photo, just post it in the comment…
Read MoreScouting FAQ: Keeping service projects SAFE
Doing Good Turns is an essential part of Scouting. But those Good Turns can take a turn for the worse if Scouts and leaders aren’t properly prepared and supervised. A…
Read MoreHow to clean and care for your sleeping bag
This story originally appeared in the November-December 2015 issue of Scouting magazine. Does your sleeping bag smell like a dirty sock? Get rid of the stink and dirt with a good washing.…
Read MoreEthics: Accepting preferential treatment
The dilemma Everybody at Clara Barton High School knows that senior Zayna Zdrojowski has a future in Hollywood. She has done some modeling in town and even appeared in a…
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