Scouting Stuff You Should Know

Philmont closes all backcountry activities, a Scouting museum on the move, the need for new volunteers...and have you heard of the Brisbane Gang Show? ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 News Stories Ongoing fire risk forces Philmont to close backcountry for remainder of summer Niagara Scouting Museum on the move 15th Wallington Scouts Group's plea for new leader in survival bidLongtime Boy Scouts leader faces child pornography charges New York man with autism uses Boy Scout skills to survive 50 hours in woods during heat wave Boy Scouts of America and Summit introduce new program Scouts NZ lists unprofitable Scoutlands campsite for sale Couple retiring after managing Boy Scout camp for 30 years Plenty of fun, few mosquitoes at Venturer Scouts campVeterans groups, Boy Scouts remove flag display The Brisbane Gang Show have kicked off their 2018 performance season 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

Popcorn sales for the 2018-2019 Scouting season won't start for a few months, but Groups should begin preparing now. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 Podcast Topics Scouter Mike and Scouter Carolyn, the popcorn fundraising champions from Scouts Canada's Battlefields Council, join Scouter Ken yet again for an introduction to next year's Scout Popcorn fundraising campaign. A lot has changed since last year: the lanyards and pins that served as rewards for achieving particular milestones in popcorn sales have gone away, and instead, Scout Groups can get a 20% discount on items at their local Scout Shop that they intend to use as popcorn prizes (if you bring in this form). The product line is mostly the same, thankfully; Scout Popcorn is nothing if not delicious just as it is. The packaging has changed a bit, however. As well, the Popcorn Campaign Kit is now available in an entirely digital format; it includes the order form, goal-setting sheets, thank you notes (something Scouter Ken's group had been doing on their own for a while), sample scripts, scholarship information, incentive information, and a review template to be used during and after the campaign to get feedback on how popcorn sales went for your Group. Shout-Outs 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

Cleaning up trash, cycling across America, Girl Scouts take to the skies...and it's always great to see Scouting groups grow. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode:  MP3 News Stories Kefallinos buys 630-acre former Boy Scouts camp Cleanup has started at Boy Scouts trash dump that’s been drawing bears Boy Scouts traveling across the U.S. visit Missoula Alabama Boy Scouts bully son of Ethiopian immigrants at camp Local Girl Scouts get some STEM education while soaring among the clouds Local Girl Scouts aid injured hiker on Washington trail 'One in four youngsters now in Scouts' say leaders New Beaver Scout Colony coming to Baie Verte this September Girlguiding and Scouts announce ‘historic partnership’ 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

Scout and Guide awards, fundraising and government funding...and tragedy strikes a Scout Camp in Georgia. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode:  MP3 News Stories Youth achievement in Scouting and Guiding in Yarmouth recognized -In Jackson, girls are joining the Cub Scouts. Why are they doing it, and how does it work?More than 100 Kansas City girls have joined Cub Scouts. Here's whyBoy Scout seeking shelter from storm killed by falling tree at camp in Georgia Scouts get government cash back, for nowMuslim scouts, UK charity partner to keep girls in schoolGirl Scouts to camp at Pine Mountain Observatory 2nd Penticton Scouts celebrate year end Backwell donkey derby raises funds for scout mini-bus Scouts Canada: Summer Camps in Alberta Celebrate Rich Heritage 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

What starts as a discussion about recent policy and name changes in Boy Scouts of America soon ends up ranging over many other topics. ----more----Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | AnchorDownload episode: MP3 Podcast Topics Scouter Ken is joined again by Parker, an Eagle Scout and assistant Scoutmaster in Boy Scouts of America, initially to discuss the recent program and name changes that the BSA have announced and/or implemented. However, the conversation ends up ranging over a number of topics, including popcorn as a fundraising vehicle, volunteer burnout, transition planning and new Scouter onboarding, and many other things. Also, something interesting happened on the Canadian iTunes podcast charts, in the Government & Organizations category: Thank you to everyone who listens to our humble little attempt at a Scouting podcast; we really do appreciate your support. And thanks for elevating us, at least for a while, into the Top 10 (in Canada, at any rate); we even topped Bernie Sanders for a while! Shout-Outs Firstly, here's a somewhat overdue shout-out to Iona and other Scouters from the 1st Kinosoo (Cold Lake) group, several of whom approached Scouter Ken at the recent Beaver Hills/Rivers Edge Cuboree. Secondly, to Colin Williston, another listener, who introduced himself to Ken at the recent Alberta Damboree (which we'll have to talk more about in a later episode). Third, to Dawn from the 264th Sommerset group. She might not be a listener, but she and Ken had a lively discussion about badge trading while Ken was running a badge trading activity at Damboree. Also, to Gareth Edwards Lloyd-Tolman, for posting the following question in the 1FBSG: Is there anyway I can directly download this podcast cast as an mp3? Answer: yes, from now on we will post links for direct MP3 downloads in the show notes at ScoutingStuffPodcast.com. Scouter Eric, one of the advisors for the Northern Lights Medical Venturers, left us a 5-star review on Facebook: So much good info to binge on...Also love getting to know a bit more about BSA stuff (even though this is a Canadian podcast) Thanks for the review, Eric! And Scouter Corey, who has been on the podcast before, sent a link to the podcast's Instagram account. Click on through to see a lashed-together, water wheel-powered rotisserie; now that's camp cooking! Finally, Parker would like to give a shout-out to Troop 216, his troop; they're based out of Frisco, Texas. 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

Camps, camps, and more camps, a high houour for a long-time Scouting volunteer...and who wouldn't want to play Backcountry Bingo? ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Download episode:  MP3 News Stories Burk's Falls resident given one of Scouts Canada's highest honours Scouting for teens who love outdoor adventure Woman shooting in her yard frightens Cub Scouts camping out nearby Atlanta’s Women Cybersecurity Leaders Stoke Interest in Tech with Girl Scouts Backcountry Bingo cards encourage Scouts to pay attention to the world around them Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts compete at Mount Rubidoux District camporee Boy Scouts Camporee wraps up in Townsend Girl Scouts beat the heat at summer camp Boy Scouts explore the world at Osage Trails District Passport to Adventure Day Camp Check Out the Alberta Damboree on Instagram And just a note of apology: With all of the recent camp activity, we've been a bit behind on finding time to sit down with to record new full Scouting Stuff episodes. Our aim is still to have a new episode coming out this week, but if not, please be patient; Scouter Ken's schedule should be quieting down a bit after this week, which will hopefully allow the podcast to return to its regular bi-weekly release cycle. 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

A Beaveree in Newfoundland, Scouts launch a satellite...and a somber remembrance of a tornado that struck ten years ago. ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Download episode: MP3 News Stories Scouts Canada Eastern Avalon Beaveree Happening Today In Paradise Scouts earn prestigious honour Scout leader who molested nine-year-old boy jailed for five years CEO says she’s devoted to keeping the ‘Girl’ in Girl Scouts Scouts Launch Satellite 100,000 Feet into the Air Area Scouts deal with disappointment Coldspring Scouts host flag retirement ceremony 10 years ago today, a tornado killed 4 Boy Scouts at Little Sioux camp Come find us at the Alberta Damboree this weekend! 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

With special guests from the Northern Lights Medical Venturers! ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Download episode:  MP3 Podcast Topics Eric and Bella, an advisor and a squad leader from the Northern Lights Medical Venturers (find them on Facebook or Instagram!) join Scouter Ken to discuss some of their experiences at the recent Beaver Hills/Rivers Edge Cuboree. Not only did the MedVents provide first aid support at the Cuboree, they also used it as a training opportunity...springing a surprise on the junior MedVents and the Offers of Service that were working security at the site. And one of Ken's own Cub Scouts volunteered to be the victim in the scenario! Also discussed is how to plan for first aid at a large summer event, and what to encourage Scouters from attending groups to do in advance to help minimize the risk that one of their youth will need first aid for something that really should have been preventable. Shout-Outs Firstly, a long overdue shout-out to Iona, who wrote in regarding badges: Have you thought about badges yet? I know like you don’t have enough crazy in your life. But seriously I am a badge person and would buy them. You have the image already that you use for your podcast and if you list them to sell before you make them, you might be surprised from the response(even if badges are a North American thing).Think about it.Thanks IonaDo love your podcasts. Ken actually got to meet Iona in person at Cuboree. And, yes, a badge design is being worked on...slowly. How this badge will be made available is still a bit up in the air, but rest assured: an SSYSK crest is in the works! Eric, meanwhile, wanted to give a shout-out to Chris at ArrKann Trailer & R.V. Centre in Edmonton, Alberta; he generously provided a trailer for the MedVents to stay in whilst at Cuboree. 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

Philmont closes due to fire, Scouts stranded on Mount Baker...and once again, Scout groups need volunteers. ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Download episode:  MP3 News Stories Storied Philmont Boy Scout ranch cancels hikes because of wildfire 2 Boy Scouts, 2 troop leaders rescued from Washington peak Local Girl Scouts earn top awards Welland Scouts clean up on canal banks North End needs scouting leaders Greater Victoria youth earn Scouts’ highest honour Scouts see 30% growth in 10 years, but need more adult volunteers Scouts in Adoration Reyes Brothers Become Eagle Scouts in Burke Send Feedback Email Us | Leave Us a Voice Message | Follow Us on Twitter | Like Us on Facebook | Leave Us a few Music Unexpected Hoedown in Bagging Area, by Doctor Turtle

STEM Scouting goes to Mars, Scouts explore different faith traditions...and, unfortunately, one young man won't be going home again. ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Download episode:  MP3 News Stories STEM Scouts project selected for NASA research mission Scouts retire flags at ceremony in Brecknock Township Scouts see how different faith traditions live out Ten Commandments Boy Scouts, Dayton church celebrate unique partnership Eagle Scout project expands church activity area Six scouts, one troop: Newest Eagles in the nest 6th Dundas youth earn top Cub, Beaver awards Verona Lions and Verona Boy Scouts help Camp Marcella Boy Scout drowns in Robeson County pond Andy Klein earns Good Scout Award for Boy Scouts, raises $80,000 Scouts Mark Memorial Day Scouts place flags in Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery on Memorial Day Photos: Scouts place flags on veteran graves to mark Memorial Day Notes from Cuboree Scouter Ken was, of course, on site at the Beaver Hills/Rivers Edge Cuboree this past weekend. We'll be doing a follow-up episode about this camp, possibly two; I'm going to see if I can arrange to have the camp organizers on the show, and Eric (the advisor for the Northern Lights Medical Venturers, who has been on the show a couple of times before) has likewise expressed interest in doing a debrief about the camp. For now, it will suffice to say that it was a fantastic time for just about everyone involved, and if you want to see some pictures from the event you can check out either the Scouting Stuff or 59th Greenfield/Royal Gardens Scout Group pages on Instagram. 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

A Scouter goes cycling to raise funds, a climbing wall gets stolen (and then recovered)...and a few more Scouts join the “Every Badge” club. ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher Download Episode: MP3 News Stories MU retiree to bike across country for Boy Scouts fundraiser Boy Scouts to place flags at Jefferson Barracks for Memorial Day Melton Scouts' 30ft-high climbing wall stolen Manning Honored Among Girl Scouts Women Of Distinction 10 things to know about Voice of the Scout, the survey for Scouts, parents and leaders Minn. brothers share rare distinction of earning every Boy Scout badge Greenville teen in rare company among Boy Scouts with 140th merit badge Minnetonka Boy Scouts achieve highest rank Beaver Hills/River’s Edge Cuboree 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 Scouts rebrand in the UK, a Boy Scouts maxes out on badges, Girl Scouts lose a court case...and two Scouts meet up with a journalist in India. ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher Download Episode: MP3 News Stories The Scouts looks to become “cool again” with unified brand identity Scouts introduces ‘skills for life’ positioning as it looks to drive recruitment Tucson teen accomplishes Scouting feat, earning all 137 merit badges Fairbanks Girl Scouts lose fees case against national organization What happened when two scouts met up with the journalist walking around the world 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 change names (sort of), Mormons cut ties...and Cub Scouts go for a bike ride. ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher Download episode: MP3 News Stories Mormons to cut nearly century-old tie with Boy Scouts, a week after decision to drop 'boy' from name Boy Scouts are dropping the word 'Boy' from flagship program; Girl Scouts shrug Boy Scouts lobby in states to stem the flow of child abuse lawsuits Jack Graves Sporting Clays Complex hosts inaugural Boy Scouts event Determined Girl Scouts bring archery range to Beaumont Glen Burnie scouts honored for earning Eagle status Owasso students named recipients of Gold Award from Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma Cub Bikeree - Scouter Ken was on hand at the event; check out our Instagram for a collage of photos taken at the event, and check out Scouter Ken's Scout Group's Instagram for more images. 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

A discussion of tinders — natural and artificial — and their relative effectiveness. No swiping required! ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher | Anchor Podcast Topics Ken and Colin discuss tinders — that is, aids to fire-starting — both natural and artificial, with a particular eye toward which ones might work best when one is attempting to light them with flint and steel. Link of Note: The 10 Best Natural Tinders You Can Find In a Forest Shout-Outs We have a pair of shout-outs to offer this week. The first goes to Scouter Colin from the 264th Somerset-Bridlewood Scout Group in Calgary, Alberta. He posted a comment on the Facebook post for our most recent episode, noting that his group — sponsored, as it is, by the Rotary Club — has a Rotary Club badge on the back of its neckers. And our second shout-out goes to Norma, who pointed out that Beaver Scouts in Canada — might like Cub Scouts in the BSA — do actually have a common necker that they can wear, instead of their Group necker. This used to be a borderless, sky-blue fabric, but the current iteration is somewhat more tartan-like in colour, with a dark border. 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

Thousands of girls joining Boy Scouts, Anzac and St. George's Day celebrations...and can Scouts help youth from poorer families during the summer months? ----more---- Subscribe: iTunes | Google Play | Android | TuneIn Radio | Stitcher News Stories Thousands of girls joining boys as Cub Scouts Junior Girl Scouts of Plymouth in worship service Loretta Graham named new CEO of Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois They made a promise in 2011 to become Eagles Scouts together, and they kept it Teenager Rebuilds IFAS Fisheries Dock for Boy Scouts of America Eagle Project Scouts and Guides march on Scouts march for Saint George's Day in Maidstone Scouts will watch over cenotaph in Burnie on Anzac Day eve Scouts to Launceston Cenotaph on Anzac Day Eve Scouts given reduced role in Canberra over insurance fears Be prepared: Scouts offer to help parents and pupils through the long summer holidays 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