Unfortunately, not every boy scout (or girl) who joins a troop will stay involved in Scouting. In fact, out of every 100 people that join Scouts BSA, an average of 30 scouts will drop out within...
Category: Best of ScoutSmarts
Did you join your Boy Scout troop with dreams of learning awesome survival skills, making friends, and earning your Eagle rank but, somewhere along the way, you began to lose motivation? Don't worry,...
Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) Election Speeches: Tips and Ideas
Are you ready to take the leap and become your troop's next SPL? If you're up for the responsibility and running in your troop's next senior patrol leader election, an epic speech may just be your...
The Scouts BSA uniform is one of the most recognizable articles of clothing in history! Your classic tan collared t-shirt, leaf-green pants and shorts, neckerchief, and patch-covered, diagonally-worn...
Want to know the best method for having an amazing time in Scouting and getting the most out of your experiences? It all comes down to being prepared and learning from others! As an Eagle Scout...
5 Helpful Ways To Lead Difficult Scouts (Without Being Too Mean)
Acting as a leader and role model is one of the most rewarding aspects of Scouting. However, leadership isn't always easy! One huge obstacle for new leaders is often working with difficult scouts -- ...