Scouting magazine

Boy Scout Leadership

No, Sir! Who wins when a Scoutmaster and youth leader disagree?

The senior patrol leader wants the troop to go on its scheduled rock-climbing trip, but the Scoutmaster wants the Scouts to place flags on graves at the national cemetery for Memorial Day instead.
Life Skills

Grow your child’s brain in a healthy way

Help grow your child’s brain by encouraging the Yes Brain state.
Backpacking & Hiking

On your feet: How to prevent, treat blisters

Blisters can quickly turn an outdoor odyssey into a pity party. Follow these tips to keep your feet happy and healthy.
Boy Scout activities

A New Hope: Hosting a Scouting event can bring a unit together

Camp. Or camp not. There is no try. A Pennsylvania troop hosted a Star Wars-themed camporee where Scouts used their skills to lift X-wings and make out-of-this-world snacks.
Advancement & Awards

The Hornaday Award: One of Scouting’s rarest, most prestigious honors

Scouts and Venturers need patience, persistence and a passion for the environment to earn an award benefiting the Earth. About 1,200 medals have been awarded in the past 100 years.

Ideas for a memorable Eagle Court of Honor

Are your troop’s Eagle Scout ceremonies are lacking innovation and excitement? Readers offer many ideas on how to make the ceremony more memorable.

Eight ingredients that make up a good Scout leader

In the column, “A Scoutmaster Thinks It Over,” he lists seven “yardsticks” to help him measure how well he’s “making Scouting the satisfying experience boys dream about.” Whether you’re a Scoutmaster, a den leader or a crew advisor, this list still proves enlightening today.