"Family Together" Features

Skating, Scouting, and Family Fitness (March-April 2008)

As the parents of three boys, Scouters Bob and Joan Lee believe they've discovered the secret to a successful family. Sometimes, you just gotta roll with the rhythm.

Life After TV (October 2007)

Can a typical American family find happiness without watching television? After almost four years without TV, a Colorado Scouting family has found out.

Paddle Forward! (March-April 2007)

For the Duryea family of Spokane, Wash., whitewater rafting is more than an exciting pastime. It has given family members self-confidence for taking on life's other challenges.

All Aboard the April Express (October 2006)

The classic era of passenger trains and Pullman cars thrives in the model-train world of one California Scouting family.

The Puppeteers (May-June 2006)

A Phoenix-area family combines Scouting with puppetry performances to carry on a tradition, strengthen family bonds, and create lasting memories.

One Family's Jamboree Legacy (October 2005)

When a Hawaiian Scout at the 1969 national jamboree asked if he could twirl another boy's fireknife, a major element in the first youth's life—and the lives of his future family—was set forever.

Downhill Racers (January-February 2005)

With 300 inches of snow annually and the Northern Rockies close-by, it's no surprise the members of this Montana Scouting family have become ski-racing enthusiasts.

Citizens of the World (March-April 2004)

Intrepid travelers, this Nevada Area Council family sees the world as a larger community to which they gratefully belong.

Curb Service (October 2003)

This Southwest Florida Scouting family helps beautify the environment by participating in Adopt-A-Road, the local county's litter-control program.

Hot Rods and Cool Cars (May-June 2003)

One Denver-area Scouting family has the inside track on a fast-paced way to have fun together.

Chips Off the Block (October 2002)

Since developing a passion for wood carving nearly 30 years ago, Doc Hasler has inspired three generations of his family and countless students and friends to find a niche in the hobby.

To the Rescue (January-February 2002)

Whether participating in a wilderness ground search or supporting it from home, this family of five makes every search and rescue mission it undertakes a team effort.

Birds of A Feather (March-April 2001)

Whether choosing an Eagle Scout service project or planning a Take Your Daughter To Work day, this Ohio family's inclinations are definitely for the birds.

The Waterfall Collectors (October 2000)

Whether well-known or unknown and remote, every waterfall this Michigan Scouting family visits is a unique addition to a most unusual collection.

Making History (November-December 1999)

Members of North Carolina's Self family journey into the past every time they take their hobby of reenacting on the road.

Hams in the Family (September 1999)

All five members of Houston's Cross family are licensed amateur radio operators who enjoy communicating with other "hams" around the world.

Coming of Age on the Continental Divide (March-April 1999)

For a writer and her family, wilderness hiking is a way of life, with summers spent trekking from Canada to Mexico, carrying their "home" on the backs of llamas.

Wunderbar! (October 1998)

Jim and Peggy Baden introduced their sons to international folk dancing—and the fancy footwork and fun festivals have been nonstop ever since.

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