Helping Cub Scouts Learn to Protect Themselves The Boy Scouts of America is committed to creating safe environments for Scouts and leaders. As program planning starts in anticipation of the new program year, pack leaders should be aware of a change in this area that will affect the Tiger, Wolf, Bear, Webelos, and Arrow of …
ScoutingU Releases Updated Safe Swim Defense Training In collaboration with the BSA National Aquatics Subcommittee, ScoutingU has released an updated version of “Safe Swim Defense” online training that is also mobile compatible. Since the inception of Scouting, learning to swim and engaging in aquatics activities have been core to the program. Safe Swim Defense training …
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The Guide to Advancement is More Than Just a Guide There is more to this book than just a name. The Guide to Advancement is the BSA’s definitive handbook to BSA policies and procedures surrounding advancement. There are parts of it that, by policy, we all must adhere to. Which parts? On the second page of the …
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What should new Scouts BSA Scouts work on? The troop program should be setup so that new Scouts can earn First class within 12 to 18 months and Star rank soon after. A well-rounded and active unit program that generates advancement as a natural outcome should enable Scouts to achieve First Class in their first …
Local Scout Earns the rare National Medal for Outdoor Achievement Collin Maddock of Troop 446 chartered by Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish in Scottsdale, has distinguished himself as one of the most proficient outdoorsmen in Grand Canyon Council. Collin, a Senior at Notre Dame Preparatory High School recently received the rare National Medal for …
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A Family Legacy The history of Bill Luke runs deep originating with a $100 profit on a used car that Bill repaired. In 1927 $100 was a lot of money. Seeing the potential, Mr. Luke decided to open a used car business. Who would have known that this would lead to the car business as …
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