What I've Learned Archives - Scouting magazine

By Michael Freeman

This field director in the Palmetto Council helps everyone find their place in Scouting.

By Michael Freeman

She’s welcoming girls to her pack with open arms.

By Michael Freeman

After a bad experience, this volunteer still saw the value in Scouting.

By Michael Freeman

Kris Zahrobsky shares how he got involved in Venturing.

By Michael Freeman

Lauren Hopper grew up as a Boy Scout tagalong, always envious that she couldn’t fully participate. As an adult, she has gotten that chance.

By Michael Freeman

At age 31, Gunther still surprises people when he introduces himself as a Scoutmaster at summer camp.

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Advice from Cub Scout leader Shelley O’Neill.

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This former Boy Scout shares his advice for other Venturing leaders when it comes to fostering a crew’s sense of adventure.

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Learn how to recruit Scouts from immigrant communities and how to juggle multiple volunteer Scouting roles (in addition to busy family life).

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Busy businessman Andi Vigue — president of Cianbro, a national construction company — discusses how he balances Scouting with his corporate life.