Scout Revolution

12/15/2018

As a Brit, I'm certainly a fan of the Duke of Edinburgh Award. Does anyone here have any experience integrating it into Scouting?

https://www.scoutingnewsroom.org/press-releases/boy-scouts-america-duke-edinburgh-international-award-usa-offer-international-leadership-opportunities-prepare-scouts-global-marketplace/

The Award program aligns with several Scouting programs including Boy Scouts, Venturing, Exploring and STEM Scouts, providing worldwide recognition for program activities Irving, TX. – Jan. 17, 2018 – Youth...

12/13/2018

Earlier this year, I was thrilled to see that the BSA officially added 'Leadership Development' as one of the (now) 4 Aims of Scouting.

Personally, I've always seen Leadership Development as an aim, not just a method as it was previously.

What are your thoughts on this change?

11/30/2018

Quick question for fans of Scout Revolution. How interested would you be in a set of detailed instructions on how to host a realistic First Aid scenario?

Imagine a Boy Scout walks into a 'staged' room with a parent or other adult playing the role of a victim. The instructions would cover the equipment needed, set up, and correlation to rank advancement and merit badge requirements.

What do you think?

10/06/2017

Here's a revolutionary Eagle Scout project that's a testament to the idea that our youth can often do more than we think they can! /eagle-scout-service-project-solves-citys-traffic-problem/

09/29/2017

Question: in what season are you most likely to work on the Wilderness Survival merit badge?

09/22/2017

I love this photo by a former Philmont Ranger. Have your Scouts taken any great photos on camp outs? Post them below!

09/15/2017

These are some great tips for would-be adventurers! What would you add to the list? https://www.backpacker.com/skills/mountain-guide-secrets

Leave it to the pros to have the outdoor world figured out. These tips are what turn hikers into guides—and guides into heroes.

09/09/2017

Would it be too much to say that this project is 'out of this world'?!?

Boy Scouts from Palatine will send a DNA experiment into space Monday on a SpaceX rocket to reach the International Space Station.

09/09/2017

Like if you agree!

09/02/2017

Great link with Scouting and the community. Do you have any local museums or sites doing anything similar to this? http://scitechmuseum.org/boy-scouts-stem/

STEM is the future!

09/02/2017

A local Utah soda bar is offering Boy Scout themed specialty drinks! Do you have any recipes with names inspired by Scouting?

09/01/2017

Now, this is a serious Eagle Scout project! http://www.hometownlife.com/story/life/2017/08/29/boy-scout-creates-outdoor-classroom-behind-hoover-elementary/597845001/

Hans Anderson has coordinated a large-scale project to benefit the students at Hoover Elementary School.

09/01/2017

This is a great Eagle project 🇺🇲️

The U.S. Flag Code specifies that "the flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning." Keeping worn, faded, torn and soiled flags from being tossed into the trash and ending up in the landfill is th...

08/31/2017

Way to go, Scouts!

As devastation continues to occur in the Houston area, friendships bridge the high waters and reach out for help from area Boy Scouts. Mason-Dixon Council

08/26/2017

Don't miss Wilderness Survival: Special Forces Edition! It's the ultimate camp-out experience! http://scoutrevolution.com/wilderness-survival2/

08/25/2017

What do you think about this possible 'gender revolution' in Scouting?

While no decision has been made, the Boy Scouts have been considering welcoming girls in an unspecified capacity, a spokeswoman tells NPR.

08/25/2017

Maybe this is the Scout fitness revolution! https://duboiscountyherald.com/b/grueling-workouts-take-scouts-to-next-level

Boy Scouts, their leaders and other community members are completing a 10-week-long fitness program at the National Guard Army in Jasper.