Leader Advice and Inspiration Archives - Page 2 of 11

How to have a smooth — and successful — Webelos transition

Each potential Scouts fall through the cracks and leave Scouting for good after Webelos. The solution is a smooth Webelos transition process.

Scouter Phillip Martinez shares his advice on how to motivate boys

School can be stressful, so this leader makes sure Scouting isn’t.

How to run a bike rodeo for your Cub Scouts

A bike rodeo can be a fun way to teach bike safety to the boys in your pack — and to promote Scouting in your community.

Teaching the new Digital Technology merit badge

Here’s how to teach the new Digital Technology merit badge.

How one council recruits new Scouts with its store in a suburban mall

The Northwest Suburban Council recruits more Scouting families to the BSA with a new “storefront Scouting” experience at a suburban mega-mall.

How Scouter Owen Gibbs gives back to Northern Tier

A former Scout, this retired Texas native spends his summers giving back to Northern Tier.

How to find time for Scouting, family and your busy life

Eight Super Scouters share their tips on how to juggle family, work and Scouting.

How to ignite Scouts’ interest in Welding merit badge

Thanks to Lincoln Electric, Welding equipment, programs and training is now easier for troops to access across the nation.

Learn how one troop strikes a balance between service work and fun

Troop 99 explores the Chesapeake Bay — which includes fishing, maritime history, beach combing and more. Not to mention their rebuilding efforts to leave the Chesapeake better than they found it.

Game of Life to Eagle: Helping Scouts reach the finish line

Longtime Life-to-Eagle coordinators offer their best advice for ensuring every Scout comes out a winner in the game of Life to Eagle.