I’ve seen the question come up on Facebook a few times, about what sort of gear you should get for your newly crossed over Boy Scout. So, to help out with that, here are some of the basic Boy Scout camping gear that I’d recommend for a Boy Scout under the age of 12. It could … Read more
One of my favorite Scout leaders passed away last month. He could be a little gruff – in a good way. If the troop hadn’t been backpacking in a while, he’d notice that the boy’s discipline on campouts would start to break down a little. They’d take a little longer to get going in the … Read more
Campfires are useful and fun. They keep us warm, cook our food, and give us light. But they can also be dangerous, and susceptible to the weather. That’s where the “Campfire Defender” comes in. It’s a campfire management tool – essentially a fireproof tarp you stake down over your fire. And it allows you to … Read more
Here’s a story that’s not going to make the front page of the paper. It’s not going to lead the evening news. But it says everything about what Scouting produces – character. The Treasure Valley Camp Staff went above and beyond the call of duty to help a young Scout. Troop 159 from Brookfield was attending … Read more
I’ve scoured the Amazon Prime Day Deals so you don’t have to. A scout is prepared, and part of being prepared is having the right camping gear. Of course, for new scouting families, getting camping supplies on a budget is crucial. You can spend hundreds of dollars equipping an 11-year-old. Having the right stuff on that … Read more
One of the highlights of scout camping is a great campfire. Kids look forward to it all day long, and as well they should. It’s fun, funny, and exciting. It’s one of the highlights of any camping experience, and a great way to wrap up a fun day in the woods. In these days cell … Read more
Summer Camp Essentials So, you’re going to be going to camp for the first time with your scouts. Congratulations, you’re in for a week you’re never going to forget. But, as the Scout motto says, Be Prepared. So here are a few of the things that I’ve found to be summer camp essentials for a unit leader … Read more
About a week ago, I posted a piece about “the top 10 reasons to send your kid to camp.” It was read by people all over the world. The biggest concern people had was, “we can get kids to go to camp, but getting adults to go with them is the tough part.” So, … Read more
What Successful Scouting Units All Tend To Have in Common I’ve been involved in Scouting for the better part of 33 years, and in that time, I’ve been involved with an awful lot of scouting units. I’ve observed several things that all successful scouting units have in common. I hope that this describes your unit, … Read more
I love Scout Camp. I’ve been a “camp guy” for the better part of 30 years, in just about every capacity. I’ve been a camper. A Scout leader. A scout camp commissioner, an administrator, instructor, inspector, and a lifeguard… and it’s been an absolute blast. But probably the best thing about going to camp is watching … Read more