We are Scouting AmericaScout Life magazine2024-05-07 | ...Memorize the Scout Law with Musical RepititionScout Life magazine2024-10-19 | Repetitive songs are a great way to help you memorize the Scout Law. Just sing the points of the law over and over, and the catchy tunes will stick in your head! You’ll be surprised how quickly you remember everything.
This song was written to be easy, catchy, and fun to sing. You can use it or find more songs at scoutlife.org/about-scouts/182075/memorize-the-scout-lawEnter the Scout Life 2024 Pick-A-Toy Giveaway at go.scoutlife.org/wintoys #giveaway #contest #toysScout Life magazine2024-10-17 | Enter for a chance to win big in the 2024 Scout Life Pick-A-Toy Giveaway!
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go.scoutlife.org/wintoysReaching the Pinnacles: These California Scouts Found a New Adventure Climbing OutdoorsScout Life magazine2024-10-16 | Check out this story in the November 2024 issue of Scout Life magazine or visit:
Staring up at a giant rock wall, the Scouts of troops 175 and 4175 pondered how they might make it to the top. This would be different from their regular outings to indoor climbing gyms.
But the more they studied the textured volcanic breccia rock, the more places they spotted to grab and step.
After clipping into the top ropes, the Scouts were soon scaling the massive natural wall, one of the many places to climb at Pinnacles National Park in central California.
Every year, troops 175 and 4175 of Foster City, Calif., visit an indoor climbing gym. These businesses set up artificial rock walls with bolted-in handholds, creating a safe, accessible environment to enter the sport of climbing. It’s a fun way to spend the day, but after doing it for years, the Scouts wanted a bigger challenge.
Pinnacles National Park features huge rock formations, remnants of extinct volcanoes that were split by the San Andreas Fault and moved by tectonic plates over millions of years. Today, climbers enjoy conquering these rocks and exploring the caves within the park.
The troops’ trip last fall included a full day of climbing and checking out a cave. The adults set up two different climbing paths, one harder than the other.
After climbing, a group of Scouts grabbed their lunches and had a picnic at a cave entrance. Inside, they explored the cave’s developed trails, climbed staircases and looked for bats. It added to an already adventurous campout.
The Scouts returned to camp at sundown and spent a little time reflecting on their day. There were many lessons learned from climbing: being patient, never giving up, trusting each other.
But one of the biggest lessons was that it’s fun to do new things.5 Easy Ways to Memorize the Scout LawScout Life magazine2024-10-16 | Can we memorize the Scout Law in 30 minutes? Join us for #TrekOnTuesday as we test out five helpful tools that anyone can use to learn the Scout Law.
Katelyn, 15, and her brother Joshua, 12, were washing the family car with their mom at a car wash near their home in Sembach, Germany, when their mom slipped and broke her leg.
Katelyn and Joshua immediately realized their mom was badly hurt.
Katelyn called emergency services, and a bystander helped her translate for the operator.
Joshua and the bystander then moved their mom to a nearby bench. Joshua and Katelyn wrapped her in their jackets to keep her warm.
Joshua then called their dad to tell him what happened. Paramedics arrived and took their mom to a hospital for emergency surgery.
She recovered over the next few months.
Star Scout Katelyn and Second Class Scout Joshua, members of linked Troops 164 in Sembach, Germany, each received a Medal of Merit for their actions.He Saved His Grandma From a Fire! More True Stories of Scouts in Action (October 2024)Scout Life magazine2024-10-03 | Visit scoutlife.org/more-scouts-in-action for more true stories of Scouts in Action or check out the October 2024 issue of Scout Life magazine.
Xavier, 9, was sleeping at his grandma’s multifamily home in Lovettsville, Virginia, when he awoke in the middle of the night to the smell of smoke. He quickly realized there was a fire.
Xavier woke his grandma, made sure she was alert and helped her leave the house with their pets. Other residents called 911, and the fire department soon arrived.
Xavier’s grandma drove Xavier to his mom’s house. They told his mom what happened, and Xavier’s mom praised him for his quick actions. No one was hurt during the ordeal.
Xavier, a Bear Cub Scout in Pack 905 in Sterling, Va., received a Heroism Award for his actions.Celebrate Day 1 of Philmonts 2026 Trek Registration and the Training Centers 2025 RegistrationScout Life magazine2024-10-02 | Be part of the excitement as registration opens for Philmont's 2026 treks and the Philmont Training Center's 2025 programs and conferences. Join #TrekOnTuesday as we dive into everything you need to know about going on a trek, visiting the Philmont Training Center, discovering family programs, and uncovering all the incredible opportunities at Philmont Scout Ranch.
Ronan T., 14, Alex T., 12, Rafferty M., 15, and Arthur T., 15, were on a Scout kayaking trek in California when bystanders alerted them to a woman and her granddaughter whose kayak had capsized nearby.
As the Scouts approached the struggling kayakers, they saw that the older woman’s life jacket wasn’t fitted correctly, making it difficult for her to breathe.
Ronan extended his leg for the woman to grab, but she was too weak to hold on. Ronan and Arthur encouraged her to stay calm and breathe slowly as they lifted her granddaughter onto their kayak.
Rafferty and Alex paddled closer to the woman, and Rafferty was able to adjust her life jacket so she could breathe easier.
The Scouts began paddling back toward shore, pulling the woman with them and keeping her calm along the way.
An adult leader was waiting onshore and helped the Scouts move the woman and her granddaughter across the muddy bank and onto dry land. No one was harmed during the ordeal.
The four Scouts, all members of Troop 57 in Palo Alto, Calif., each received a Heroism Award for his actions.Paddling the Enchanting and Challenging Congaree National Park in South CarolinaScout Life magazine2024-09-20 | Congaree National Park in South Carolina features more than 26,000 acres, mainly of bottomland forest. These forests grow in places that flood often, creating boggy, shady environments ideal for many animals. Congaree attracts deer, foxes, beavers, alligators, amphibians and birds.
It also attracts adventurers who love to fish, hike and canoe. Adventurers like Troop 8 of Columbia, South Carolina, who spent a weekend canoeing and camping in the Congaree last April.
Read more about their trek in the October 2024 issue of Scout Life magazine or at Scoutlife.org:
scoutlife.org/about-scouts/scouting-around/182514/troop-8-paddles-the-enchanting-and-challenging-congaree-national-parkJoin us for a swashbuckling chat with the author of How to Survive in the Age of PiratesScout Life magazine2024-09-11 | Ahoy! Could you survive in the dangerous age of pirates? In this #TrekOnTuesday, join us for a swashbuckling chat with Crispin Boyer, author of "How to Survive in the Age of Pirates" from National Geographic Kids. Win a copy of his book, discover fascinating facts about pirates and learn what it took to outwit these ruthless buccaneers.
Find out more about the book: blog.scoutingmagazine.org/2024/09/03/yo-ho-ho-set-sail-for-adventure-in-this-exciting-info-packed-book-from-national-geographic-kidsLets chat with Lee Berger, a National Geographic Explorer and Eagle ScoutScout Life magazine2024-08-28 | Join us for an exciting #TrekOnTuesday as we chat with Lee Berger, a National Geographic Explorer and Eagle Scout, about his incredible adventures around the globe. We’ll also dive into the newly released National Geographic Kids Almanac 2025, packed with fascinating facts, creative crafts, and engaging activities. Don’t miss out—tune in live for a chance to win your own copy of this must-have book!
Find out more about the National Geographic Kids Almanac 2025 here: amazon.com/National-Geographic-Kids-Almanac-2025/dp/1426376022/reCalifornia Scouts brave the elements to explore the Sierra Nevada mountainsScout Life magazine2024-08-20 | Every summer, Scouts in Troop 413 from Torrance, California, head into the mountain range along the state’s eastern side for a weeklong trip. The Sierra Nevada range boasts mountain peaks more than 14,000 feet tall.
Last summer, Troop 413 traversed about 50 miles in John Muir Wilderness, stopping by lakes and attempting to summit a 12,245-foot peak along the way.
Read more about their trek in the September 2024 issue of Scout Life magazine or online:
And more funny jokes from Scout Life readers: jokes.scoutlife.orgMessage from Roger Krone to NOAC 2024 participants and all members of the Order of the ArrowScout Life magazine2024-08-07 | Roger Krone, president and CEO of Scouting America, gives a shout out from the National Order of the Arrow Conference in Boulder, Colorado. He challenges NOAC attendees and all members of the Order of Arrow to invite families to join Scouting this fall.
"Our country needs Scouting. Families need Scouting. And they're just waiting for you to ask. So let's invite them to join!"
beascout.scouting.orgLive from NOAC: Blue Origin, Drone Sports Inc. and USA SkateboardingScout Life magazine2024-07-31 | We’re live from the National Order of the Arrow Conference in Colorado! Join us as we visit three of the coolest areas in Adventure Central!
Find out more about the Skating merit badge: scouting.org/merit-badges/skatingLive from NOAC: USA BMX is here!Scout Life magazine2024-07-30 | We’re live from the National Order of the Arrow Conference in Colorado! Join us as we visit pro BMX athlete Matty Cramer!
Find out more about USA BMX: tryusabmx.com/noacLive from NOAC: The U.S. Navy is here!Scout Life magazine2024-07-30 | We’re live from the National Order of the Arrow Conference in Colorado! Join us as we visit Military Field!
US Navy: navy.comLive from NOAC: Community SpacesScout Life magazine2024-07-29 | We’re live from the National Order of the Arrow Conference in Colorado! Join us as we meet four youth leaders dedicated to making sure Scouting is available to everyone.
Find out more: noac2024.oa-bsa.orgJoin us for a live chat with an ATV program manager from a Scout campScout Life magazine2024-07-24 | It's peak Polaris ATV riding season, and we're here to keep you safe! Join us on #TrekOnTuesday for a live chat with an ATV program manager from a Scout camp as we dive into the 7 Golden Rules of ATV safety. Plus, we'll showcase images from this year's #HelmetHairDontCare photo contest.
How much do you know about ATV safety? Take the quiz: scoutlife.org/quizzes/175699/how-much-do-you-know-about-atv-safetyLearn to draw a cat using simple steps from ScoutLife.org!Scout Life magazine2024-07-10 | Come prepared with a pencil and paper for this #TrekOnTuesday! We're drawing a cat using simple steps from ScoutLife.org. Plus, you can use this idea and video as a gathering activity at your next Cub Scout meeting!
More fun drawing activities from Scout Life: scoutlife.org/tag/drawingCelebrate with fun Fourth of July trivia and funny jokesScout Life magazine2024-07-02 | Happy Fourth of July! In today’s #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll celebrate Independence Day with fun trivia and funny jokes. Join us!
Take the Fourth of July trivia quiz: scoutlife.org/quizzes/142918/fourth-of-july-quizHow to Identify and Deal with Dangerous BugsScout Life magazine2024-06-26 | When heading outdoors, it’s important to know how to identify and deal with dangerous bugs In this #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll share tips on recognizing biters and stingers, and how to effectively treat their bites and stings.
Take the quiz: scoutlife.org/quizzes/148498/insect-identification-quizHow To Buy Snorkeling Gear for an Underwater AdventureScout Life magazine2024-06-19 | Gear up for your underwater adventures! In this #TrekOnTuesday, we dive into the essentials of choosing the perfect snorkeling gear for exploring beneath the water’s surface.
Find out more: scoutlife.org/outdoors/181585/how-to-buy-snorkeling-gear-for-an-underwater-adventureLets talk with last years winner of the #HelmetHairDontCare giveaway!Scout Life magazine2024-06-12 | Ever feel like … #HelmetHairDontCare? Tune into #TrekOnTuesday to find out how to enter this year’s contest, sponsored by Polaris! We’ll chat with last year’s winner and give you a chance to win a helmet just by commenting. Don’t miss it!
Read "Wild Horses" at fiction.scoutlife.org/wild-horsesCool news about the next National Scout Jamboree, plus were giving away merch!Scout Life magazine2024-05-22 | What makes the National Scout Jamboree one of the most stellar Scouting experiences available? Tune into #TrekonTuesday as we release some cool news about the upcoming event, chat with the Jamboree director himself, and give away some sweet Jambo merch!
Find out more about the National Jamboree at jamboree.scouting.orgDiscover the elusive bobcat, Americas hidden feline!Scout Life magazine2024-05-01 | Discover the elusive bobcat, America’s hidden feline! Though they roam across the nation, spotting one is a rare treat. In today’s #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll delve into the secretive world of these “Cats in Camo” and share some intriguing facts. Join us for an exciting exploration!
Spotted an animal in the wild? Send us a photo! scoutlife.org/outdoors/158609/wildlife-photo-galleryHow to Treat Your Water to Stay Healthy in the BackcountryScout Life magazine2024-04-24 | Always make sure your water is safe in the wild! In today’s #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll dive into essential water treatment techniques for the backcountry. Plus, we’ll share the Gear Guy’s top picks for the best water treatment gear.
1. Found from southern Canada to Mexico, including all 48 contiguous states except one (sorry, Delaware!), bobcats (Lynx rufus) are the most common and abundant wild cats in North America. However, many people never see one, as they are quite secretive and are usually more active from dusk to dawn.
2. Bobcats are superb at hiding and stalking, making them excellent hunters. They don’t do high-speed chases. Instead, they typically hunt from ground level, quietly stalking prey. Large paws help in jumping, climbing and staying quiet. Large ears and prominent ear tufts help bobcats hear extremely well. They can hear small animals moving in grasses, under snow or in leaf litter, and they can also see well, relying less on scent for hunting.
3. Bobcat moms typically give birth in spring or early summer to three kittens (after about a two-month pregnancy), and, like most other cats, they take care of their young with no help from the father. Bobcat mothers usually have several dens and move around with their kittens to keep them safe. Not staying in one place too long keeps the bobcats’ scent from getting too strong and attracting predators. Dens might be inside hollow trees, in caves, under large rocks or in thick vegetation. The kittens stay with mom for eight months to a year, eventually learning how to hunt and what to eat.
4. Adult bobcats are solitary and territorial, and tolerate each other only during mating, which typically occurs in winter and spring.
5. Bobcats live in a wide range of habitats, from deserts to forests and swamps.
6. Bobcats may travel up to 7 miles in one evening as they search for food and patrol their territory. They need a large area to live, as ranges extend up to 20 square miles or more for males.
7. Like other cats, bobcats are carnivores (meat-eaters) and prefer small mammals like rabbits and rodents. They also hunt small reptiles and amphibians, birds and even insects. Eggs are fair game, as are the remains of deer and other animals.
Visit Scoutlife.org to learn more about bobcats: scoutlife.org/outdoors/181402/bobcats-are-the-cats-in-camoWhen Tornadoes Hit Communities, Scouts Know They Need to HelpScout Life magazine2024-04-16 | When tornadoes hit communities, Scouts know they need to help. In today’s #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll take a look at the way troops across the country help with recovery after the storms.
Everything you need to get ready for the solar eclipse is here: scoutlife.org/eclipseLet’s talk our big eclipse show and make sure youre prepared for the big day!Scout Life magazine2024-04-03 | Let’s talk our big eclipse show and make sure you're prepared for the big day! On today’s #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll reveal a few of the awesome guests who will be joining us on April 8, plus tell you how you can be part of our live broadcast.
Send us your eclipse photos, video or artwork: scoutlife.org/contact-us/eclipse-submissionsLive from Philmont Family Adventure Camp!Scout Life magazine2024-03-27 | We just had try Family Adventure Camp for ourselves! In this #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll be LIVE! from Philmont Scout Ranch where we’ll see all that it has to offer for youth BSA members, younger siblings, parents, grandparents … and everyone in between!
Learn more about the BSA's Family Adventure Camps: scouting.org/national-high-adventure-bases/family-adventure-campInteresting facts and trivia about Philmont Scout RanchScout Life magazine2024-03-20 | Are you a Philmont expert? To prepare for next week’s live #TrekOnTuesday at Philmont Scout Ranch, we’ll share some interesting facts and surprising trivia about this iconic Scouting destination.
Learn more about Philmont Scout Ranch: philmontscoutranch.orgWhere to Find Safe Solar Eclipse Viewing GlassesScout Life magazine2024-03-13 | The solar eclipse is a few weeks away, but now is the time to get your glasses. In this #TrekOnTuesday we’ll share tips for finding safe solar eclipse viewing glasses so you’re ready for the big show on April 8.
Scout Life's complete guide to the April 8 solar eclipse: scoutlife.org/eclipseHow to make an eclipse viewer from a cereal boxScout Life magazine2024-03-11 | Seeing the total solar eclipse on April 8 is a can't-miss moment! Do it safely (your eyes will thank you) with this simple tutorial on how to view the eclipse.
Visit www.seethesolareclipse.org for more info about the eclipse! And use #ScoutTheEclipse to be featured in our April 8 livestream.Join us LIVE! at a district Pinewood Derby race!Scout Life magazine2024-03-10 | Join us LIVE! at a district Pinewood Derby race! In this special weekend edition of #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll be on location at a race with only the best and fastest cars to catch all the action. Join us!Countdown to the April 8 eclipse with prizes, patches and fun!Scout Life magazine2024-02-28 | Countdown to the April 8 eclipse with prizes, patches and fun! In this #TrekOnTuesday, we'll talk about how Scouts can earn the BSA's Eclipse 2024 emblem, the story behind its creation, and BONUS: We'll give away some more limited-edition solar eclipse t-shirts!
How to make a pinhole viewer for the solar eclipse: scoutlife.org/hobbies-projects/projects/153637/how-to-make-a-solar-eclipse-viewerLets Make a Paper Fortune Teller!Scout Life magazine2024-02-21 | We see prizes in your future if you play along with #TrekOnTuesday today! We'll make a paper fortune teller, one of Scoutlife.org’s most popular projects, and use it to predict what's coming up next week (and throw in some free t-shirts ... trust us, you'll want these).
Laugh at 35 funny Valentine's Day jokes: scoutlife.org/features/27414/funny-valentines-day-jokesJoin us for the BSA birthday Super Bowl celebrationScout Life magazine2024-02-07 | What's better than one party? A two-in-one party! Join us for the BSA birthday Super Bowl celebration you've always dreamed of! And yes, we'll be using a super scientific method to predict the big game's big winner. Plus, let's talk about some of the most famous Scouts of all time.300 creative Pinewood Derby cars designed by Scout Life readersScout Life magazine2024-01-31 | Check out these awesome Pinewood Derby cars sent to Scout Life magazine in 2023. Thanks to our creative readers for sharing their creations with us!
To join Cub Scouts, visit: beascout.scouting.org18 FAQs About the Pinewood DerbyScout Life magazine2024-01-31 | Get answers to your Pinewood Derby questions! In today’s #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll look at 18 FAQs about the Pinewood Derby. Join us live to share your ideas, comments and racing expertise.
Pinewood Derby HQ: scoutlife.org/pinewood-derbyLets meet the 2024 National Order of the Arrow officers!Scout Life magazine2024-01-24 | Let’s meet the 2024 National Order of the Arrow officers! In this #TrekOnTuesday, we’ll talk to the youth OA leaders about all the OA has to offer and what they hope to accomplish this year.
More about the Order of the Arrow: oa-bsa.orgWin during the #TrekOnTuesday high-adventure base registration kickoff party!Scout Life magazine2024-01-17 | High-adventure base registration for the 2025 season opens this week, and #TrekOnTuesday is giving away an Acropolis tent and a Nomad pack to celebrate! Join our kickoff party for a chance to win!
Find out more about each high-adventure base: summitbsa.org philmontscoutranch.org bsaseabase.org ntier.orgRide Along as Scouts Go Dog-Sledding in WisconsinScout Life magazine2024-01-10 | Dog-sledding was one of Troop 247's favorite experiences when they visited Tomahawk Scout Camp in northern Wisconsin. In today's #TrekOnTuesday, we'll take a look at fun photos and video from their chilly adventure.
Visit Pinewood Derby Headquarters: scoutlife.org/pinewood-derbyHoliday projects, jokes and our favorite gifts on todays #TrekOnTuesdayScout Life magazine2023-12-20 | A very merry #TrekOnTuesday holidays to you! Join us as we wrap up our year with jokes, reminisce about our favorite gifts from the past and share a list of holiday-themed projects you can craft at home over the next few weeks.