Interested in signing your child up for Scouting (or becoming a BSA/Boy Scout yourself)? If so, you're in the right place! Having personally been a Boy Scout, in this article, I'll be sharing...
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All Eagle-Required Merit Badges: Difficulty Rankings in 2023
It's no secret, some Eagle-required merit badges are harder to earn than others. If you're interested in difficulty rankings and recommendations of when to complete each Eagle-required merit...
The Citizenship in Society Merit Badge: Your Ultimate Guide In 2023
Citizenship in Society is an Eagle-required merit badge that'll help you to broaden your sense of ethics and become an upstander in your community! In earning the Citizenship in Society merit...
The Best Troop Meeting Activities: 7 Fun Ideas For Scouts And Patrols
Scout meetings can feel like a chore at times, but they definitely don't need to be that way! If you'd like to spice up your next troop meeting, I'd recommend trying out some awesome games and...
How To Make The Most Of Scouting (Especially if You’re Not Enjoying Yourself)
"Is it really worthwhile to stay in Scouting?" is a question that almost every Scout will ask themselves, inevitably feeling frustrated at some point or another. Well, if you're feeling that...
Scout Songs: The 7 Best Campfire Songs to Sing With Your Troop
Scouting and singing go together hand in hand like Eagle Scouts and merit badges. Whether it's tunes around a campfire or cadences on a 10-mile trek, Scout songs are a fun way to pass the time...