Before joining any outdoor extracurricular activity like Scouts BSA, it's important to be aware of the risks involved. Having been a Scout myself, in this article I'll be walking you through the most...
Category: Troop/Patrol Leadership
How To Organize Merit Badge Counseling Meetings (The Right Way)
With over 135 merit badges available for scouts to earn, I’m going to bet that if you’re in Scouting, you’ve had at least one merit badge counseling meeting. Meeting with your merit badge...
Patrol Leader Tips And Responsibilities (From An Eagle Scout)
Becoming a patrol leader is the first real taste of responsibility for most scouts. Suddenly, you're in charge of leading your peers and communicating their interests to the rest of the troop. If...
How To Hold A Great Troop Planning Conference (A Scout’s Simple Guide)
Have you ever wondered how events in your troop get planned? If you're relatively new to Scouting, this process might seem like a total mystery. Not to fear! Below, I'll be explaining how troop...
7 Great Virtual Scout Zoom Meeting Ideas For Troops And Patrols
With Scouting meetings going virtual, it can be tricky to think of fun and engaging socially-distanced troop activities. Luckily, I've got you covered! In this article, I'll be telling you my 7 best...
What A Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) Does: Duties, Tips, And Advice
The position of Senior Patrol Leader (SPL) is recognized as Scouting's highest youth leadership role. If you're elected as your troop's SPL, not only is it your duty to lead almost all of the...