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Five secrets behind a magical blue and gold

By Bryan Wendell

Nancy Burke is the Cubmaster of Pack 19 of Dallas, and her pack’s Harry Potter-themed banquet thrilled visitors young and old.

How to start hammock camping without spending tons of cash

By Scouting magazine

Hammock camping can offer you and your Scouts one of the most comfortable nights sleeping under the stars. Here’s how to get started on the cheap.

What’s in his pack? Gear-planning tips from an ultralight backpacking expert

By Aaron Derr

Before you pack for your next hike, check out this gear-planning advice from an expert ultralight backpacker.

Three things every Scout can learn from this ultralight-backpacking Montana crew

By Scouting magazine

Amp up your Scouting adventures using three inspirational tips from an ultralight-backpacking crew in Montana.

Eagle Scout musher to compete in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race

By Michael Freeman

Matthew Failor, an Eagle Scout and seasoned musher, will compete in the 2016 Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race with his team, 17th-Dog.

How to choose the best backcountry communication device for your next adventure

By Aaron Derr

Heading into the wild? Pair your Wilderness First Aid training with a reliable communication tool. Use this guide to select the best one.

Smartphone apps to improve your digital storytelling

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Check out this list of apps that will help you create and share photos and videos.

Tips to help you take better images and videos of Scouts

By Michael Freeman

Use these digital storytelling tips to capture better images and videos of your Scouts or Venturers in action.

How to effectively capture and share your Scouting experiences

By Scouting magazine

Instructors from the BSA’s Visual Storytelling Workshop share their tips and tricks for taking better photos and video of your Scouts. Plus, they detail how you can share these images to help promote Scouting.

Eight essentials for staying warm while cold-weather camping

By Gretchen Sparling

Use these strategies to stay warm the next time you and your Scouts venture into the cold weather for a campout.