JANUARY - FEBRUARY 2009
Freezing Cold, Burning Calories
About our cover: While some kids sit inside playing video games when the temperature dips below zero, the Scouts in Troop 439 stay active. Candlelight skiing is just one of the ways that David Goodin, Kyle Wubker, and Nate Fiene (front to back) keep the blood flowing. The troop participates in outdoor events every month as part of the Scout Executive's Active Outdoor Challenge in Samoset Council in northern Wisconsin.
Read about how they maintain this schedule all year."
Kinetic Energy
From pedaling to the top of picturesque ridges near Moab to skiing the slopes at the Snowbird Ski Resort, members of the Farrer family in Utah make time for adventure despite their hectic schedules.>>MORE
Freezing Cold, Burning Calories
Things usually slow down for the winter in northern Wisconsin, but the council executive there didn't want his Scouts to hibernate. Instead, he created incentives for them to stay active all 12 months of the year.>>MORE
Know Your Knots
With more than 41 square knots currently in circulation, it's easy to get tangled up in confusion about what they mean. We'll look at all of these symbols of success for leaders and tell you what you need to do to earn one.>>MORE
Thorns and Roses and a Bud
When snowdrifts blocked Troop 135's mountain climbing trip in the Adirondacks, the group improvised and simply shifted its high-adventure trek to the Catskills.>>MORE
Easy Eats
This simple recipe for your slow cooker helps you fix dinner and get back to your busy life.Leave No Trace
Learn how to go easy on the planet by signing up for one of these Master Educator Courses.Front Line Stuff
Current topic: Get your Scouts involved in the OA.Philmont Training Center
This summer, turn a week of leadership training into a fun vacation for the whole family.Scoutmaster's Toolbox
Make your unit truly boy-led by supporting youth leaders and redirecting adults.Outdoor Smarts
Learn how to lessen your troop's environmental impact through the principles of Leave No Trace.
Health awareness for 2010 jamboree
Be aware of the physical and mental risks involved in attending the 2010 National Scout Jamboree. >>MORESpend the summer in Europe
Make plans now to volunteer for the BSA's European Camp Staff Program. >>MORE
A head start on quality
It's never to early to begin planning to earn the 2009 Centennial Quality Award. >>MOREMessage to alumni: reconnect
BSA is using a new website to encourage alumni to reconnect to Scouting. >>MORE
Take part in the adventure
Apply now for seasonal work at one of the BSA's three high-adventure bases. >>MORENominate the greats
BSA launches nationwide search for special Scouts and Scouters to become part of the 100th Anniversary National Hall of Leadership. >>MORESmoking Stinks Video Contest
Submit your video for a chance to win great prizes.>>MORE'Scouting for Adventure' on DVD
Get the Outdoor Channel television show now on DVD!>>MOREShare Your Insights
Answer the current Front Line Stuff question.>>MOREOutdoor Tip of the Day
A new tip every day to help you survive and thrive in the great outdoors.>>MORE
