Magazine Archives - Scouting magazine

How to treat burns in the backcountry

Treat a backcountry burn with these first-aid methods, including knowing when the severity of a burn requires further attention and treatment.

Activities to help keep your Scouts adventuring after dark

Scouting adventures don’t have to end after dark. Keep exploring with activities like night hikes, stargazing, wildlife observation and more.

How to make hiking with your Cub Scouts meaningful and fun

Use these strategies to encourage and engage your Cub Scouts when hiking outdoors.

Make your raingutter regatta a ‘recycle regatta’

Short on supplies? No problem! Use these tips for hosting a raingutter regatta using recycled materials.

Motivate Cub Scouts with the Outdoor Activity Award

Help your Cub Scouts pursue the Outdoor Activity Award.

How the Teaching EDGE adds depth to a Yellowstone paddling trip

Scouts leave civilization — and their comfort zones — behind as they explore Yellowstone National Park by canoe.

10 ways day camp helps strengthen the Cub Scouting experience

From trying new things, completing advancement activities, getting parents involved and more, day camp helps make the Cub Scouting experience even better.

Tips for teaching the Environmental Science merit badge

Capturing Scouts’ attention when it comes to observing nature can be a challenge. Pique their interest with the Environmental Science merit badge.

How to keep your pack active this summer

A Cubmaster shares how she helped her pack stay active during summer and earn the Summertime Pack Award.

Avoid mosquitoes with these bug-deterring tips and gear

No fly zone ahead: Use these tricks to elude mosquitoes and biting insects this season.