Scouting Stuff You Should Know

Registration feasts and famines, vandalism against a Scout Group's bus...and it's popcorn sale season. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 News Stories Scouts Hall in danger of closing Australian Scout movement apologizes to child abuse victims Saudi scouts to take part in Arab jamboree in SudanCCTV captures 'mindless vandal' kicking wing mirror off Scouts minibusCochrane Scouts climbing charts with popcorn sales Prayer garden dedicated to Scouts electrocuted on lake Drumheller Scouts record phenomenal registration numbers Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

It's a big deal. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 Podcast Topics Ken and Colin discuss — after some disbelief that we haven't covered the topic in depth as yet — investiture ceremonies, the (hopefully) formal events at which new members to Scouting sections are fully welcomed into those sections. The Canadian Path Scouter Manual provides helpful outlines — templates, really — for investiture ceremonies for Beaver Scouts, Cub Scouts, and Scouts. It (rather humorously) does not detail an investiture ceremony for Venturer Scouts, although it does list investiture as one of the various ceremonies that a Venturer Scout Company could perform. And for Rover Scouts, the exact format of the ceremony is left up to the Rovers themselves to decide, though the manual does recommend that the ceremony be preceded by mentoring of the prospective new Rover by an older member of the section, and time for reflection upon the principles of Scouting. Even so, the manual does put forth as mandatory common elements in all investiture ceremonies several elements, including: The saying of the Promise and, optionally, the Law specific to each Section. For older sections, reciting the Motto is also required. The awarding of the youth's new woggle and necker after reciting the above. Some action or words to welcome the new members to the section. What follows, then, is a discussion of different means of investing youth into Scouting, as well as Ken and Colin's own experiences both being invested, and performing investiture ceremonies. Shout-Outs Firstly, we'd like to give a shout-out to Benjamin, who wrote in with a correction for Episode 67: Hello,I just recently discovered your podcast and I'm loving it so far.A small correction on your latest episode, you linked to the World's Largest Fleur-de-Lis on instagram saying it was posted by WOSM. The account that posted it is actually run by the UK scouts.Again, love the show, keep up the great work. And another shout-out is belatedly owed to Dan, who some months prior sent in the following chart explaining the different names for ghost crests of various colours: Thirdly, we'd like to give Raul a shout-out, for his question about the pronunciation of the word “woggle”: Hello, Ken, good evening , I'm still listening to your podcast. Now I'm listening to episode 60: All about neckers. I liked how little I understood (my English is still insufficient) the explanation about the folds of the scout handkerchief: beavers, wolves, etc.. I found it very interesting. I'm curious about a word you say several times, but I can't identify it. You say something like "walgo" or "gualgo". but I don't know how to spell it. Listened to from minute 32. And as always, a big thank you to the folks at Scouting Radio for rebroadcasting Scouting Stuff episodes to their worldwide Scouting audience. If you're listening to us on Scouting Radio right now, let us know; reach out and get in touch. We'd love to hear from you. Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Leave Us a Review Music Slow Burn, by Kevin MacLeod

Sad news from the Boy Scouts of America, bottle drive fundraisers aplenty...and Girl Scouts in Indiana host a recruitment fair. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 News Stories 12-year-old Boy Scout killed when car plows into group, suspected driver charged with DUI Veteran signs project gets fundraising help from the Scouts 2nd Annual Edmonton Eskimos Scout NightBoy Scout crawled into a sand dune — then it collapsed and trapped him inside, cops say Local Scouts Tie the Knot on FundingOkotoks Scouts Plant Citizen's Grove With The Town Of Okotoks Boy Scouts is recalling thousands of uniform pieces because of potentially dangerous lead levels Girl Scouts take over Parkview Field Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

Boy Scouts help out before and after Florence, Scouts hike to Berg Lake...and Girl Scouts celebrate Spirit Week. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 News Stories From a Listener: Boy Scout Troop 121 of Granite Bay, Calif. (near Sacramento) will be holding a special event on September 29 to celebrate its 50th anniversary, and also to recognize the achievement of their 300th Scout to achieve Eagle Scout rank. Congressman Tom McClintock is expected to speak at the gathering. Troop 121 will also take this opportunity to honor late Scoutmaster John Hooten, who passed away earlier this year. All current Scouts and Alumni are invited to attend the gathering, which will take place at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection in Granite Bay.Local Boy Scouts take trip to assist Bahamian Scouts Scouts starts season with the annual sand bag sales Scouts camp in Rumford Boy Scouts shot Army weapons during Fort Riley's 32nd Annual Apple DayScouts tackle Berg lake trail After 40 years of collecting paper Scouting Pukekohe's paper drive stops Girl Scouts Celebrate First-Ever Spirit Week Paramus Boy Scouts troop helps victims of Florence Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

The one in which Scouter Ken's daughter joins the podcast for an episode, and we end up talking about her experiences in Cub Scouts. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 Podcast Topics The packing list topic gets punted, again! But in its place, Ken and Colin sit down for a chat and are soon joined by Ella, Ken's eldest daughter and a Howler in Cub Scouts this year. Which turns out to be a great thing, and what would otherwise have been an informal chat with no real topic in mind becomes an interview about Ella's experiences in Cubs to date, and what her expectations and hopes are for the year to come. There was also a whole other conversation that took place, but unfortunately, microphone issues largely rendered Ken's audio for that segment non-usable. Fodder for another episode, maybe. Shout-Outs We have two shout-outs to give this week, both as a result of comments left on our last episode when it was posted to the Scouts Canada Discussion Group on Facebook. The first shout-out goes to Neil Looby, who commented: I have your podcast on auto-download on my phone now. And the second goes to Joe Vantour, whom you should get in touch with if you have badges to trade, who added: I listen on the weekend when I go into the office to catch up on work that I didn't finish during the week. I am very happy this podcast exists and I look forward to each new episode. Many thanks to both Neil and Joe for listening; we do appreciate it! As always, a big thank you to the folks at Scouting Radio for rebroadcasting Scouting Stuff episodes to their worldwide Scouting audience. If you're listening to us on Scouting Radio right now, let us know; reach out and get in touch. We'd love to hear from you. Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Leave Us a Review Music Slow Burn, by Kevin MacLeod

A new museum at Philmont, seventy-five years of Scouting service...and a Scout Group in England buys its own woodland. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 News Stories Councils open camps as shelter for Hurricane Florence evacuees Explosion at Cub Scout camp injures three Tories plan to enlist disadvantaged children as Guides and Scouts Scouts Clean up Cemetery Thai cave diver John Volanthen awarded highest Scout honour Museum signals new beginning for Boy Scouts after wildfire Scouts in Wigton have received an unusual birthday gift - their own woodland Once a Scout, always a Scout: Man honored for 75 years of service Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

Scouts and Girl Scouts host open houses and registration drives, Girl Scouts in Illinois go mobile...and a Scout Troop in Scotland gets a second chance. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 News Stories New sex-abuse lawsuit filed against Scouts Canada in Ottawa Scouts funds hope Gretna Boy Scouts find fun Scouts kayak, raft and SCUBA Aurora Girl Scouts look forward to busy year Girl Scouts switching to more mobile approach Scouts opens its doors once again after finding new volunteers Female boy scouts get recognition for the first time at 80th Rushmore Pilgrimage Kearny Boy Scouts help church prepare for 9/11 memorial Scouts Canada Hosts Open House And Registration Event For Orillia Scouts Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas say they need volunteers Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

It's time to kick off another year of Scouting. Make sure to get the parents of the youth involved from the very start. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 Podcast Topics Firstly, check out this Instagram post from the World Organization of the Scouting Movement; it's a record-setting human fleur-de-lis.Ken and Colin discuss the kickoff of another year of Scouting, and the importance of holding a parent information night for the parents of the youth who comprise the membership of your group. Shout-Outs By request (because we will totally do shout-outs on behalf of listeners): Scouter Eric from the Northern Lights Medical Venturers wants to give a shot-out to Alberta Health Services (AHS) for their generous donation of a retired ambulance to the MedVents. It's not new, but it's a significant upgrade for the MedVents even so, and it's very generous of AHS to donate something as expensive as an ambulance to further Vocational Scouting in the province. And, again, by request, Kristine wants to give a big shout-out to “all the Beavers who attended Damboree” last June. She notes that “the obstacle course was challenging, and perhaps the most challenging part was climbing over the net. But every single Beaver in attendance tried their best and attempted to make it through all of the obstacles. Special thanks to the Scouters and parents who helped with encouraging through the kids through the course!” As always, a big thank you to the folks at Scouting Radio for rebroadcasting Scouting Stuff episodes to their worldwide Scouting audience. If you're listening to us on Scouting Radio right now, let us know; reach out and get in touch. We'd love to hear from you. Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Leave Us a Review Music Slow Burn, by Kevin MacLeod

Scouters who abuse, deaf Scouts make us proud, Sea Scouts get funding...and Afghan Scouts could use some too. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode:  MP3 News Stories Former Boy Scout Leader Admits Sexually Assaulting 3 Scouts Former Boy Scouts file suit against Scouts, Athens churches These two Scouts refuse to let hearing loss slow them down Tacoma rallies for Sea Scouts after beloved boat suffers ‘major catastrophic failure’ ‘Ding’ Darling to host Badge University for scouts Scouts to honor Atlantic Health System exec Ebenezer Boy Scout troop pitches in to save another Scout during whitewater rafting Support Scouting in Afghanistan  Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

New Girl Scout cookies, a Rover Scout film festival, Scouts ascend Kilimanjaro...and do YOU want to become a MedVent? ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Download episode:  MP3 News Stories Join the Northern Lights Medical Venturers  Cub Scouts honor their own  Historic Oregon Boy Scout Camp welcomes first girl 'prototroops'  Police Department teams up with Boy Scouts, other groups for school supplies drive  Boy Scouts: No Eagle Scout status for Greenburgh's bridge builder Hari Channagiri  Girl Scouts CEO: STEM badges are 'not at all' a bid to stay relevant  Girl Scouts announce new caramel chocolate chip cookie for 2019 New Girl Scouts cookie, Caramel Chocolate Chip, won't be sold in Arizona  From knots to explosives awareness, Scouters in NATO guide Afghan Scouts  Naperville-area Scouts and their fathers climb Mount Kilimanjaro  Thief steals trailer from Boy Scouts  Sea Scouts chapter resurfaces in Kingston  World Scout Film Fest 2018 Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

We take a look at the recent decision by the LDS church to disengage from Scouting in North America, and suggest that community groups prepare to bring on board youth from LDS groups. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode:  MP3 Podcast Topics Ken and Colin's Scout Group recently received — and granted — a transfer request. That isn't unusual in and of itself; there have been several youth who've transferred to the 59th Greenfield/Royal Gardens over the years. What made this request stand out, however, was that the youth in question was leaving a Latter-Day Saints (LDS)-affiliated Scout Group, and was looking for a new Scouting home in a community group. This is because the Mormon Church recently announced — in about May of 2018 — that they would be ending their decades-long partnership with Scouting in both Canada and the United States, effective December 2019. The Church does not partner with Scouting outside of North America, and has been putting together a new, global youth program that will serve the needs of Mormon youth the world over. As such, they won't need to use Scouting as their male youth program anymore. Of course, there are hundreds of thousands of youth enrolled in LDS-affiliated Scout Groups in both the US and Canada, and many of these youth will no doubt want to continue on in Scouting. So it would probably be a good idea for Scout Groups to begin preparing now — by assessing whether (and by how much) they can grow their membership, by onboarding new volunteers, etc. — so that they are able to welcome in youth from shuttered LDS groups come late 2019. Shout-Outs We'd like to give a shout-out to Julie, who left a comment on our Facebook post for Episode 63: I wasn't able to listen to the entire podcast but found the first 17 minutes interesting, up to the co-ed discussions. I started in Brownies at age 7 and at senior Pathfinder age (13-15yrs) we met a group of Vents through school who lived in our area and 'buddied' up with them to do various activities/camps. the following year we joined vents (and stayed registered with GGC as well) and had some great adventures, we learned from some great adult role models in both organizations. The year was 1988'ish... 30 years later I am an adult member in both organizations with a teen son and daughter who, up until last year where members in Vents and Pathfinders, respectively. This year they are both signed up for Vents/Medvents and looking forward to new challenges and experiences. I did have a chuckle when it was mentioned about cookie selling, a 5 year old in her brownie uniform.. (just a technicality) but a 5 year old would actually be a spark and super cute. Brownies are the next age up, 7+. Moving forward there is the topic of Gender identity. With Scouting being comfortably co-ed in Canada that may or may not pose some scenarios that need to be considered, no major changes to any policy or guidelines. But Guiding will have other issues to consider moving forward. Interesting times to be living in. As well, Dan wrote in to tell us about some summer adventures that his family have gotten up to, and to talk a bit about Wood Badge II and practicing starting fires. Furthermore, Colin would like to give a shout-out to the various former members of the 59th Greenfield/Royal Gardens Rover Crew that turned out to help him move recently: Ted, Ian, and Jamie. As always, a big thank you to the folks at Scouting Radio for rebroadcasting Scouting Stuff episodes to their worldwide Scouting audience. If you're listening to us on Scouting Radio right now, let us know; reach out and get in touch. We'd love to hear from you. Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Leave Us a Review Music Slow Burn, by Kevin MacLeod

Camp upgrades in Canada, Girl Scouts and girl power, a rafting trip rescue...and some Scouts get booted from a Jamborette for drug use. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode:  MP3 News Stories Scouts make camp upgrades Girl Scouts-Girl PowerGirl Scouts honored for work at local nursing homeSt. Louisan Jim Turley leading Boy Scouts into changing times Utah scouts rescued on Wyoming raft trip Norfolk Scouts hop into the city to clean the GoGoHaresScouts, Brownies and Guides receive much-needed funding Eight Scouts sent home from jamborette after cannabis arrests Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

Scouts in Newfoundland and England enjoy hiking, Cub Scout competition camps...and Czech Scouts stand up against totalitarianism. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode:  MP3 News Stories Clarenville Scouts have exciting weekend in LoreburnScouts compete at High Plains Cub Scouts Day Camp Hemyock Scouts (and Willow the Dog) enjoy trek and swim on Exmoor Czech Scouts to Highlight Dangers of Totalitarianism at World Jamboree Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

It can't always be about teaching qua teaching. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Download episode:  MP3 Podcast Topics Sometimes it's nice to not have a formal topic. Ken and Colin take an opportunity to get caught up, having not had a recording session together for some time, and comment on recent Scouting events that Ken's youth sections have participated in. Shout-Outs From the Scouts Canada Discussion Group on Facebook: Vivienne Kiernander , Kimberly Wasyleski, and Chris McCagen. From the 1st Facebook Scout Group: George Murphy , Ellen Worley, Myfawny Slade, Lesley Hansen, Celia Riordan, Andrew Richardson, and Audrey McCormick. As always, a big thank you to the folks at Scouting Radio for rebroadcasting Scouting Stuff episodes to their worldwide Scouting audience. If you're listening to us on Scouting Radio right now, let us know; reach out and get in touch. We'd love to hear from you. Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Twitter | Facebook | Instagram | Leave Us a Review Music Slow Burn, by Kevin MacLeod

Girl Scouts release a music video, Boy Scouts help motorcycle crash victims, Scouts Canada bids farewell to a Scouter...and there's a Jamborette going on in Scotland right now. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 News Stories Chris Green, mother of Prince Rupert’s scouts, passes away Scouts set sights on Berg Lake trip Girl Scouts Release “Watch Me Shine” Music VideoLake Zurich Boy Scouts aid motorcycle crash victims Scouts from around the world descend on Perthshire Ulverston Scouts reach for the stars and climb to the MoonScout, 10, dies after suffering cardiac arrest during campThousands of Girl Scouts on 'Quest' in Georgia's Oldest City Local cub scout wins national award for saving drowning cousin Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a Review Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle