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

By Michael Freeman

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.

Hurricane relief: ‘It made me really proud to be a Scout’

By Michael Freeman

Scouts across the South join together to help rebuild after the deadly hurricanes of 2017.

How to build a better budget

By Michael Freeman

All that Scouting costs money. Follow these steps so your troop, pack or crew can make every dollar count.

‘Green Bar Bill,’ the Scoutmaster to the World

By Michael Freeman

The legacy of Green Bar Bill, writer of BSA handbooks, contributor to ‘Boys’ Life’ and proponent of the patrol method, lives on.

Big-time weekend: Montana Council gives Scouts a unique Snow Sports opportunity

By Michael Freeman

Big Sky Ski Weekend is a unique opportunity for youth: the chance to ski at a quality resort for a fraction of what it would cost the public.

The rewards from introducing kids to the wilderness

By Michael Freeman

If we’re going to get today’s kids outdoors, we parents and adult leaders have to take them there.

Skits, stories and songs to make your next campfire memorable

By Michael Freeman

Use these strategies at your next campout and your Scouts or Venturers will be talking about your campfire entertainment for years to come.

How to help Scouts make an Eagle Scout service project great

By Scouting magazine

Your Scouts’ Eagle Scout service projects will soar with these tips for going above and beyond.

Family camping gear for all ages

By Scouting magazine

From tents, stoves, sleeping bags and more, we talked to a family-camping gear expert to get her picks suitable for your next family campout.

A first-timer’s guide to camping with the whole family

By Scouting magazine

New to camping? We’ve got you covered with tips on planning, meal prepping and packing for your first family camping experience.