Ground Rules Archives - Scouting magazine

By Robert Birkby

Learn how and when to build a fire — and when not to build one.

By Robert Birkby

They’re not just for daydreaming: Clouds can provide signs for future conditions.

By Robert Birkby

Help Scouts make knot-tying automatic so they can use them with confidence for years to come.

By Michael Freeman

Learn how to construct this classic Scout pioneering project.

By Michael Freeman

Campers have been shooing away mosquitoes, black flies and no-see-ums for a long time.

By Robert Birkby

Craft a kite perfect for a Cub Scout activity or a patrol’s afternoon of fun.

By Michael Freeman

Scouts have been reducing pack weight for decades. Here are some backpacking tips to try without going overboard.

By Michael Freeman

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

By Michael Freeman

Next time you go on a hike, try using the trail to share something new with your Scouts.

By Michael Freeman

Mysterious and elusive, the Magnetic North Pole has helped adventurers stay on the straight and narrow since the days before even Baden-Powell.